Department Information







OPEN TO STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENTS ONLY



If your goal is to invest in a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Our professionals are committed to supporting state government and the citizens of Colorado.



Our mission is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.



Customer service is a key component for every position across state government. We are focused on improving Efficiency (use of resources), Effectiveness (impact of our work), and Elegance (graceful service interactions).



The Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety consists of four programs: the Coal Regulatory program, the Minerals Regulatory program, the Inactive Mine Reclamation program, and Mine Safety and Training program. The division is committed to balance the need for mineral resource production with protection of the public, environment and Colorado's natural resources. The mission of DRMS is to protect the public, miners and the environment during current mining operations, restore abandoned mines, and to ensure that all mined land is reclaimed to beneficial use.

Description of Job



This position is part of the work unit which exists to implement and enforce the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Act and/or the Colorado Land Reclamation Act for the Extraction of Construction Materials, along with the associated regulations for each Act, ensuring that mining in the state is conducted in compliance with state and federal laws, and that mined lands are

reclaimed to beneficial use, and that the health and safety of the public are protected.



This position exists to review mine and reclamation plans and permits for scientific and technical adequacy and regulatory compliance, as directed by senior staff. The position compiles and writes legally binding permit records, inspection reports and legal documents and corresponds with mine operators, landowners, public interest groups and other government agencies. The position collects and assembles evidence and compiles a variety of technical and legally defensible reports. The position enforces applicable laws and regulations in conjunction with the supervisor and presents evidence and testifies at Mined Land Reclamation Board hearings and public hearings. The position confers with mine operators, members of the public, landowners, other staff members and interest groups on permitting, inspection and enforcement matters.The position inspects and monitors less technically complex mine operations for compliance with permit plans, the applicable law and regulations. Investigates potential non-compliance situations, sampling and documenting as necessary for enforcement actions. The position tracks individual projects and applicable deadlines to ensure statutory timelines are adhered to and routinely updates internal database for a variety of metrics for mine sites assigned to position.



This position has been downgraded to Environmental Protection Specialist Intern for recruitment and training purposes. When training has been completed, it is expected that the position will return to the Environmental Protection Specialist I level.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights



OPEN TO STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENTS ONLY



Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geology, hydrology, natural science, environmental science, physical science, engineering or a related field.



NOTE: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit transcripts showing the degree awarded and date conferred. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.



Substitutions

Work experience demonstrating competencies equivalent to the competencies learned through completion of the required education may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field will substitute for the Bachelor's degree.



Conditions of Employment Must possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado Driver's License.

Must be willing and able to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.

Must be willing and able to be exposed to all types of weather, extreme hot or cold non-weather related conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, noise, vibration, and/ or working in a confined/restricted area

Must be willing and able to tolerate proximity to moving, mechanical parts, exposure to electric shock, working in high exposed places, exposure to radiant energy, exposure to explosives, and/or exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals

Preferred qualifications

The preferred candidate will have excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.

The preferred candidate will have completed coursework in geochemistry and/or geohydrology. Required Competencies Excellent organizational skills

The ability to multi-task

The ability to work well with a diverse population

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.



Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.



Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb.



A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

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