Mining Regulation Program Lead

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation leave & sick leave

FMLA & holidays

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pension + 457(b) retirement plans

Job summary

State of Wyoming seeks a Natural Resources Analyst to regulate mining activities in SE Wyoming. You will inspect, report, and review mining notifications, permits, and licenses to ensure compliance with Wyoming Environmental Quality Act and mining rules.

Strong preference for experience with exploration through drilling of minerals beyond coal in the region. The role emphasizes collaboration with the Land Quality Division and District 1 Supervisor, with responsibilities for permit reviews and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the sciences is required.
• 1–2 years of progressive work experience in the sciences at a Natural Resources Analyst level.
• Alternative: 4–6 years of progressive experience in the sciences at a Natural Resources Analyst level.
• Preference for knowledge of mineral exploration and surface mining concepts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, report, and review mining notifications, permits, and licenses for compliance.
• Conduct permit reviews and analyze technical information for mine notifications and applications.

Skills

Mineral exploration

Geometry

Trigonometry

GIS/GPS

Word processing

Education

Bachelor's degree (sciences)

Tools

GIS software

Field-capable tablets

Job description

State of Wyoming seeks a Natural Resources Analyst to regulate mining activities in SE Wyoming. You will inspect, report, and review mining notifications, permits, and licenses to ensure compliance with Wyoming Environmental Quality Act and mining rules.

Strong preference for experience with exploration through drilling of minerals beyond coal in the region. The role emphasizes collaboration with the Land Quality Division and District 1 Supervisor, with responsibilities for permit reviews and