Land Quality Programs Lead - Data Systems & Compliance

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible schedules

Retirement plans

Job summary

Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality in Cheyenne seeks a senior professional to manage statewide technical support staff for the Land Quality Division. You will oversee CHIA, rules development, and the MIDAS system, ensuring high-quality data, records, and permitting workflows.

Travel and interagency collaboration are expected. The role requires 3–5 years in the sciences at a supervisory level, strong GIS/AutoCAD skills, and the ability to lead large, complex environmental projects with

Qualifications

• Preference for a Bachelor of Science in Science or Engineering.
• 3–5 years of progressive work experience in the sciences at the Natural Resources Program Supervisor level.
• Strong GIS and AutoCAD knowledge; data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with SharePoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and interpret data, develop rules, and make critical decisions.
• Assess upcoming technical service needs and plan accordingly.
• Manage the budget and act as Project Manager for grants.
• Manage the CHIA program and the rules program.
• Manage the MIDAS electronic permitting system and records conversion.
• Coordinate with OSM for Oversight Report data and drafting narrative portions.
• Coordinate RFPs and external contracting for complex technical reviews.
• Maintain understanding of mining practices and interpret regulations.
• Interact with the public to investigate complaints and respond accordingly.
• Assist the LQD Administrator with special projects and reports.
• Represent LQD in various workgroups.

Skills

GIS

AutoCAD

Data analysis

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality in Cheyenne seeks a senior professional to manage statewide technical support staff for the Land Quality Division. You will oversee CHIA, rules development, and the MIDAS system, ensuring high-quality data, records, and permitting workflows.

Travel and interagency collaboration are expected. The role requires 3–5 years in the sciences at a supervisory level, strong GIS/AutoCAD skills, and the ability to lead large, complex environmental projects with