Position Details:
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting job opportunity within the Washington Geological Survey’s Surface Mine Reclamation regulatory program as a Surface Mine Reclamation Field Manager, Natural Resource Scientist 4 (NRSci4). Are you interested in mining, slope stability, rock mechanics, soil health, and re-establishing sustainable vegetation in disturbed landscapes? Consider applying to supervise a team of geologists and geoscientists in the Surface Mine Reclamation Program who administer the Surface Mining Act (RCW 78.44 & WAC 332-18), providing regulatory oversight for reclamation of surface mines throughout Washington. The Surface Mining Act recognizes the importance of surface mining to Washington’s economy while also recognizing the need for thorough regulation and reclamation of mined lands. The goal of surface mine reclamation is to reestablish the vegetative cover, soil stability, and water conditions following mining, to prevent or mitigate future environmental degradation, and to help ensure mined lands are in a condition suitable for their post-mining, secondary use. We are currently recruiting for an engineering geologist to supervise a group of five regionally based Reclamation Specialists/Inspectors (geologists and geoscientists). This position will also provide reclamation-related technical assistance to permit holders to help them achieve compliance at Washington’s 850 permitted surface mines, as well as collaborate with program staff to sustain and grow our new Surface Mine Reclamation Award program. We are seeking a candidate with strong leadership skills, a passion for nurturing a positive program culture, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
How to Apply:
Visit careers.wa.gov or dnr.wa.gov/jobs.
Name: Katie Schmidt
Email: dnrrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov
Phone: 3609720384