Abandoned Mine Land Administrator 2026-01974

Abandoned Mine Land Division Administrator

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Abandoned Mine Land Division Administrator assists the Director in providing overall policy guidance to the Agency to support the Agency's Mission and Values. Represent the Agency at meetings within State Government and with outside stakeholders. Research, analyze, and propose policies, rules, and regulations.

Where meaningful work meets an unbeatable quality of life. Cheyenne offers the perfect blend of rich Western heritage and a booming professional landscape—without the exhausting mega-city grind. Choosing a career with the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) means playing a vital, hands-on role in conserving and protecting the state's majestic natural resources while fostering responsible economic development. Beyond doing work that matters, you'll enjoy incredible financial freedom with no state income tax and a low cost of living.

Nestled just minutes from world-class outdoor adventures at Vedauwoo and a vibrant historic downtown, Cheyenne gives you the economic security to build your future and the space to actually enjoy it. Apply today to protect the environment you love and discover what it means to truly have the best of both worlds. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck.

Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• 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

and MUCH MORE!  for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Represent the agency as assigned on various inter and intragovernmental initiatives and public processes, justifying actions and decisions using persuasion to promote understanding and support.
• Serve on a variety of committees that develop policy positions governing environmental standards.
• Assists the Director in developing overall policy guidance and program management direction to support the Missions and Values.
• Advises the Director on technical and legal matters as needed.
• Coordinates Agency responses to Federal actions that have the potential to impact Wyoming's environment. Participates on the Department management team.
• Establishes and recommends the Director's department objectives after evaluating constituent interests and regulatory, social, and budgetary constraints.
• Reviews the work product generated by staff to ensure statewide consistency and makes decisions requiring independent judgment regarding compliance with relevant standards.
• Responsible for special projects and non-routine tasks as assigned by the Director.
• Coordinates and partners with other DEQ divisions and other state and federal agencies.

PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those with a Bachelor/Masters/Doctorate of Science in the technical fields of engineering, environmental science, law, or a related field of study. Preference will be given to those with ten (10) years of experience in either governmental or private business. Preference will be given to those with at least four (4) years of related environmental experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of agency goals and values, evaluation and goal setting, coaching, and management techniques. Knowledge of industrial, land, energy, fuel, air, water, mining and pollution issues.

• Skill in interpersonal relations in adversarial situations.
• Skills in dealing with elected officials at the local, county, state, and federal levels.
• Skills in management techniques and in planning and promoting cooperation.
• Ability to receive broad instructions and develop program plans to achieve objectives and policies.
• Ability to recognize…