Mine Permits & Compliance Analyst

State of Wyoming; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

PSLF eligibility

Retirement plan

Flexible schedules

Job summary

State of Wyoming is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist to oversee mining permit reviews and compliance, including uranium in-situ operations, with field inspections across districts. The role supports coordination with multiple agencies and enforces environmental standards.

The position requires science-based education and experience, with strong data review, GPS/GIS skills, and the ability to travel to field sites. Excellent public service benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, sciences field.
• 0-3 years progressive work experience in sciences with NR Specialist level knowledge.
• 4-6 years progressive experience with equivalent knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Serves as permit coordinator for conventional and uranium in-situ mining operations, as assigned by the District III Supervisor.
• Provides technical expertise and performs reviews of permits in support of other LQD Staff.
• Conducts inspections of mining operations to determine compliance and writes detailed inspection reports.
• Has authority to issue Violations and Cessation Orders and determine mitigation measures during coal inspections.
• Writes enforcement actions (Conference and Conciliation, Notice of Violation, Order) and develops Settlement Agreements when appropriate.

Skills

GPS

GIS

communication

field work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databases

Relational databases

Job description

State of Wyoming is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist to oversee mining permit reviews and compliance, including uranium in-situ operations, with field inspections across districts. The role supports coordination with multiple agencies and enforces environmental standards.

The position requires science-based education and experience, with strong data review, GPS/GIS skills, and the ability to travel to field sites. Excellent public service benefits accompany the role.