Mining Section Chief - Natural Resources Leader (Hybrid)

Natural Resources; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, seeks a Natural Resource Manager 3 to serve as Mining Section Chief in Anchorage. You will lead a team responsible for responsible development of Alaska's mineral resources and set the strategic vision for permitting and oversight.

This leadership role emphasizes integrity, environmental stewardship, and collaboration with state partners.

Qualifications

• Education or experience in natural resource management.
• Knowledge of planning, coordinating, and allocating resources.
• Knowledge of environmental science concepts and practices.
• Ability to persuade, build consensus, and negotiate.
• Experience in project management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mining Section Chief team to drive responsible development of Alaska's mineral resources.
• Set the strategic vision and guide complex mine permitting.
• Ensure environmental stewardship and integrity in decisions.
• Collaborate with state partners and agencies across departments.
• Travel within the state as required.

Skills

Administration

Environmental Science

Influencing

Project Management

Vision & Strategy

Education

Natural Resource Field Education

Job description

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, seeks a Natural Resource Manager 3 to serve as Mining Section Chief in Anchorage. You will lead a team responsible for responsible development of Alaska's mineral resources and set the strategic vision for permitting and oversight.

This leadership role emphasizes integrity, environmental stewardship, and collaboration with state partners.