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Natural Resources Analyst

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Lander, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: m 5603 - 6226

Posted: 5 September 2026 (15 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 3 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is with the Department of Environmental Quality Land Quality Division. The position is responsible for coordinating mining and exploration operations as assigned by the District 2 Supervisor. This coordination primarily includes reviewing permitting actions reviewing annual reports and conducting compliance inspections for the assigned operations which could include both noncoal and coal sites. The coordination may also include assisting with enforcement bond release and other related tasks.

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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

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Review applications and notifications for new or existing mining and exploration operations
Review annual reports including associated reclamation cost estimates for mining and exploration operations
Schedule and conduct compliance inspections at assigned mining and exploration operations and write detailed reports for those inspections
Recommend appropriate enforcement actions remedial actions and penalty assessments when operations are found to violate applicable requirements
Review bond release requests and conduct associated inspections
Interact with the public in responding to general communications received by the District 2 office
Represent District 2 as needed at internal and external work group meetings
Carry out other duties as assigned by the LQD Administrator or District 2 Supervisor

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and experience in mining exploration and reclamation activities as well as those who have familiarity with Land Quality Division statutes regulations and policies.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of the application of scientific principles to effectively analyze problems and situations that potentially threaten the environment due to mining or exploration-related activities
Strong written verbal and electronic communication skills with particular proficiency in explaining technical and/or regulatory issues and concerns to varied audiences
Ability to work independently
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
Ability to use current word processing spreadsheet and geographic information systems software

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors (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

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

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

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Conducting inspections and participating in various groups may require extensive travel
Conducting inspections may require traveling hiking and navigating over rough terrain in varied weather conditions

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.

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