Mining Scientist

USA: | Environmental Services | Full Time

40.14 - 40.14 USD per hour

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before November 12, 2026

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date.

This agency currently does not sponsor employment visas. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meetthe MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.

Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.

The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

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This position may be eligible for a moving/relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation.

This position will require a medical surveillance baseline exam.

Position:

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Mining Scientist for the State Office in Boise.

Salary Range: $40.14

Responsibilities:

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Primary Responsibilities:

- Serve as the state point of contact for the cyanidation program to ensure the cyanidation statute and rules are followed.

- Conduct permit oversight and ensure compliance.

- Oversee facility closure activities.

- Coordinate, research, and respond to questions about past permits and options for permit transfers or renewals.

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Assist the Cyanidation Program Manager with technical support for ongoing activities under the cyanidation statute and rules:

- Participate in reviews of preliminary design reports and pre-application submittals.

- Coordinate the pre-application and submittal process.

- Conduct public meetings and outreach.

- Write review comments, fact sheets, and permits.

- Review cyanidation facility designs and operating plans (e.g., ore processing, heap leach, process water storage, and tailings storage, permanent closure, operations and maintenance plans, water quality monitoring plans, and other plans related to facility operation as required by rule).

- Coordinate with DEQ regional offices on permit oversight and facility closures.

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Help develop and implement the cyanidation program:

- Conduct the state rule making process for the cyanidation rules as needed.

- Develop cyanidation procedures and guidance.

- Develop outreach materials and conduct outreach events for all stages of the cyanidation permitting lifecycle.

- Provide technical and programmatic support to mining companies and other stakeholders.

- Coordination with DEQ regional offices, other DEQ programs, the Deputy Attorney General’s office, and other state and federal agencies.

- Provide technical assistance for various types of…