Natural Resources Analyst 2026-02476 Cheyenne, WY, USA

Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

PSLF eligibility

Retirement – Pension and 457(b) plans

Flexible schedules and work-life bal.

Meaningful work for Wyoming

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality – Land Quality Division seeks a Natural Resources Specialist to lead mining regulation activities in southeastern Wyoming. You will coordinate audits, perform inspections, and ensure compliance with Wyoming mining rules and the Environmental Quality Act.

The role involves reviewing permit proposals, managing an environmental program, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field is required.
• Experience interpreting environmental regulations is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, and performs environmental compliance audits/inspections and writes detailed reports.
• Inspect and report on Land Quality Division-regulated operations to ensure compliance with Wyoming law.
• Review and analyze mine authorization and permit proposals for compliance.
• Train junior staff and supervise their work.
• Conduct field inspections and write detailed inspection reports.

Skills

Geographic information systems (GIS)

Regulatory interpretation

Strong written and verbal communicatie

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological or Physical Sciences

Tools

GIS software

GPS devices

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is a member of the team that provides the frontline presence of state mining regulation in SE Wyoming. The position is a lead worker subordinate to the Land Quality Division, District 1 Supervisor. This position will coordinate and conduct the mining regulation activities associated with Wyoming mining laws.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!

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Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops, coordinates, and performs environmental compliance assessment audits/inspects and writes detailed reports.
• Inspect and report on Land Quality Division-regulated operations to ensure compliance with the Wyoming Environmental Quality Act and Wyoming mining rules & regulations.
• Review and analyze mine authorization and permit proposals to ensure compliance with the Act and mining rules & regulations.
• Manages an environmental program.
• Delegates work responsibilities to subordinates.
• Process permit applications and petitions for completeness and compliance.
• Makes independent judgment of compliance through inspections/interpretations of regulations & reports.
• Identifies compliance issues with state-wide entities.
• From an environmental perspective, may review, analyze, evaluate, and interpret technical (biological and physical science) land, water, and/or property data.
• Conducts field inspections and writes detailed inspection reports.
• Makes recommendations with respect to the technical data reports and enforcement issues.
• Recommends level of enforcement responses, penalties, and settlement terms.
• Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures, and statutes.
• Mediates disputes between appropriators.
• Conducts and evaluates moderately complex modeling of pollutant transport in the environment.
• Measures, monitors, regulates, and manages resources, and utilization in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and court decrees.
• Trains junior staff and is responsible for their work.
• Inspects facilities, structures, and permits for compliance, completes engineering and may complete hydrologic analysis; mediates disputes.
• Represents the agency in meetings with various State, Federal, and private entities.
• Makes presentations to various interest groups.
• Conducts complex analysis of problems using data collected through physical measurement and inspection.
• Some agencies may have some law enforcement authority.
• Process proofs of appropriation for adjudication; review plans.
• Collects, qualifies, and publishes records using scientific equipment.
• Mediates mid-level disputes between contractors and consultants.
• Participate in the decision-making process at the mid-management level.
• Manage multiple complex projects for corrective action/reclamation activities.
• Participate in the decision-making process at the mid-management level.
• Analyze complex environmental data and draw conclusions.
• Apply professional judgment in the interpretation of formulas, templates, or standards as applied to technical data or information and make recommendations based on results.

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to a candidate who has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological or Physical Science.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Practical knowledge of basic word processing, GIS/GPS, and field capable programs and devices.
• Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills with proficiency in explaining technical and/or regulatory issues and concerns to varied audiences
• Skill in organization and time-management, with attention to detail, and the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects with various deadlines and objectives
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain partnerships

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Inspection of surface mine sites involves over-the-road travel and foot traversing mine sites that involves negotiating uneven terrain.
• Most inspections are conducted during the growing season (April through July) however, some may need to be conducted during shoulder seasons.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

020-Department of Environmental Quality - Land Quality Division

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