Senior Environmental Resources & Reclamation Specialist

State of West Virginia; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Health insurance

Flexible benefits

Paid leave (annual and sick)

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection in Fairmont, WV is seeking an Environmental Resources Specialist 3 to lead and oversee reclamation construction activities, including grant-funded projects and BIL initiatives. The role requires guiding multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with plans, and managing documentation and reporting.

Opportunities exist to contribute to data systems and training programs for staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent paid professional experience in environmental resources or environmental protection.
• Graduate coursework may substitute for the required experience at the rate of fifteen (15) semester hours per year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily reclamation construction activities for grant-funded projects, ensure compliance with plans and contract requirements, review contractor documentation, monitor budgets, and prepare progress reports.
• Manage BIL-funded reclamation projects from planning to construction completion, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee consultants, and serve as primary construction representative.
• Develop and maintain AMLNET and construction management databases, support data management and reporting, and coordinate with technical staff to improve system functionality.
• Evaluate reclamation practices and construction specifications, conduct field investigations, and provide technical support during project planning and construction.
• Maintain inventory and evaluate performance of passive water treatment systems, recommending maintenance and improvements.
• Coordinate development and implementation of Intergovernmental Transfer projects with local governments and partner agencies.
• Develop and support training programs for inspectors and personnel, including procedures and requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (accredited)

Graduate coursework

Job description

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection in Fairmont, WV is seeking an Environmental Resources Specialist 3 to lead and oversee reclamation construction activities, including grant-funded projects and BIL initiatives. The role requires guiding multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with plans, and managing documentation and reporting.

Opportunities exist to contribute to data systems and training programs for staff.