Natural Resources Program Principal

Job Overview

This is a Natural Resources Program Principal in the Storage Tank Program. The position is responsible for remediation projects, including comprehensive planning, approval of engineering designs and the coordination of construction and maintenance of multifaceted remediation systems to facilitate cleanup of contaminated sites. The role also involves conducting tank installation, modification and removal inspections, responding to requests for information, and coordinating with other programs to ensure compliance.

The candidate must reside within commuting distance to the office located in either Cheyenne, WY or Casper, WY.

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA and holidays
• Retirement – Pension and 457B plans
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

• Review consultant submittals including plans, specifications and reports and work with consultants to develop remedies for remediation.
• Analyze and compile complex environmental data and draw conclusions associated with site characterization, risk assessment and remedial alternatives.
• Answer technical questions related to policies, procedures, regulations and statutes.
• Prepare new project site descriptions and participate in consultant selection committees.
• Oversee consultants’ and contractors’ activities for numerous complex investigation and remediation projects that serve to protect human health and the environment.
• Perform written performance appraisals for consultants and contractors.
• Perform scope of work and cost negotiations during contract and amendment preparation for consultant and contractor services.
• Review and approve contractor field orders, site work orders and value change proposals.
• Coordinate with city, county, state, tribal and federal officials; property owners; realtors; bankers; consultants and other affected parties concerning technical matters and environmental site conditions.

• Preference may be given to applicants with a Wyoming Professional Geologist license or a Wyoming Professional Engineer license.

• Knowledge of geology fundamentals, construction practices and environmental cleanup methods.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Knowledge of civil and/or environmental engineering, chemistry, hydrogeologic and geologic processes and disciplines; pollution control and evaluation processes.
• Knowledge of general principles of remediation technologies for refined petroleum products, hazardous substances and chemicals typically related to landfill leachate.
• Knowledge of and ability to read, research, interpret and apply federal, state and local environmental laws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of and ability to read, research, interpret and apply state policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of environmental concepts, especially in relation to underground storage tanks, above ground storage tanks and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Subtitle I.
• Ability to proficiently use a personal computer and various software packages.
• Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects and meet deadlines to achieve agency goals.
• Ability to reason with and influence dissatisfied people; remain calm and recommend equitable enforcement action.

• Bachelor's Degree (typically in the Sciences).
• 1–2 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst.
• Or 4–6 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst.

• Must be able to walk over uneven ground.
• Must be able to work through all types of inclement weather.
• Must be able to operate 4‑wheel drive vehicles.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Overnight travel required.
• Participation in the various groups as Wyoming's representative may require extensive travel at times.

• FLSA:
  Exempt.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.