Coal Section Supervisor

Montana Historical Society; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Environmental Quality seeks a Coal Section Supervisor for the Mining Bureau's Coal Mining and Reclamation Section in Helena, MT. The role leads a diverse professional team, setting priorities, guiding inspections, bond calculations, and reclamation reviews to support responsible mining activities.

The candidate should have a geology-related degree and 3+ years leading teams, with a focus on collaboration and strategic planning to meet DEQ objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology, geomorphology, environmental or related field.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in a natural resource field.
• Demonstrated experience in leading people.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff to accomplish goals with clear priorities and expectations.
• Develop and coordinate annual work plans with personnel.
• Provide meaningful feedback and manage personnel effectively.
• Align section operations with DEQ strategic plans.
• Collaborate with other Mining Bureau sections and the Bureau Chief.

Skills

Staff Leadership

Communication

Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology or related field

Job description

Job Description - Coal Section Supervisor (26142435)

Position Title:

We are looking for a Section Supervisor to join our Coal Mining and Reclamation Section in the Mining Bureau. The Coal Mining and Reclamation Section is one of four sections within the Mining Bureau that are tasked with the oversight of responsible mining and reclamation in Montana. The section is responsible for such tasks as inspections, application review, reclamation review, bond review, etc. Among other tasks, the Coal Mining and Reclamation Supervisor is responsible for:

• Coal Mining Law Implementation
• Staff Leadership/Communication/Management
• Collaboration with the other Mining Bureau Sections

The Coal Mining and Reclamation Section Supervisor gets to lead a diverse group of professionals by example, creating a culture of excellence, professionalism, and collaboration. The supervisor gets the opportunity to serve as a mentor and role model for staff. The Coal Mining and Reclamation Section Supervisor is on the forefront of mining and reclamation review and approval in Montana.

The Coal Mining and Reclamation Section Supervisor is responsible for the implementation of agency, division, and bureau direction and the oversight of day-to-day operations of the section. This position leads staff to accomplish goals by clearly and effectively communicating priorities and expectations to personnel, develops and coordinates annual work plans with personnel, provides meaningful and timely feedback to personnel, manages personnel, implements the professional growth matrix, and aligns section operations with DEQ strategic plans. The person in this position works with its Bureau Chief to establish direction, identify strategy, inform of interest/controversy, and assess effectiveness of operations.

About the Department

At the Department of Environmental Quality, our ultimate goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. The Coal Mining and Reclamation Section Supervisor is a key position in the pursuit of the Department of Environmental Quality's mission. Staff of the Department of Environmental Quality are dedicated to this mission and to the values of the agency. Staff come to the Department of Environmental Quality to use their science background for inspections, analyses, application reviews, bond calculations, reclamation reviews, etc. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality!

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in geology, geomorphology, environmental science, life science, physical science, reclamation, mining or environmental engineering, or a related degree in natural resources and three (3) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a natural resource field. Demonstrated experience in successfully leading people is required, although this may be from roles other than formal supervisory experience.

Applicant Pool Statement

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

85,044.00 - 92,506.00 Yearly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 15 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena Agency : Department of Environmental Quality Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Sep 28, 2026, 6:00:00 AM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 20, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Contact

Contact Name : Tiffany Daley | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.