Environmental Resources Specialist I — AML Reclamation

State of West Virginia; Fayetteville (WV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Land Restoration, Abandoned Mine Lands Program/Construction, seeks an Environmental Resources Specialist 1 in the Fayetteville, WV region to support AML reclamation projects and perform field investigations. The role involves data collection, analysis, and reporting under supervision.

Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, possess strong environmental knowledge, and be able to communicate clearly,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Substitution: full-time or equivalent paid experience may substitute for the required training.
• Promotional Only: two years as an Environmental Resources Associate may substitute for the required training.
• Note: probationary appointment possible pending official verification of the qualifying training or certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and conduct field investigations of AML reclamation projects.
• Collect and review technical data related to environmental quality and assist in preparing detailed findings.
• Take photographs of reclamation sites and document progress.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Environmental regulations

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Land Restoration, Abandoned Mine Lands Program/Construction, seeks an Environmental Resources Specialist 1 in the Fayetteville, WV region to support AML reclamation projects and perform field investigations. The role involves data collection, analysis, and reporting under supervision.

Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, possess strong environmental knowledge, and be able to communicate clearly,