We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values : Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its’ citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.
This position is with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Geological Survey, Land Reclamation Program and located at Lewis and Clark State Office Building at 1101 Riverside Drive, Jefferson City MO 65101, hours of work will equate to a 40-hour work week.
Join a team of enthusiastic, construction-minded professionals with an appreciation to work with landowners and the outdoors to fulfill our mission. We strive to protect public health, safety, and the environment from the adverse effects of mining in Missouri by reclaiming Abandoned Mine Lands.
- Conduct realty work, prepare environmental assessments, coordinate design activities such as soil and water sampling, prepare design memos, write and review construction specifications, assist in organizing and conducting pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, inspect projects during construction to assure compliance with engineering plans and specifications, inspect completed projects for maintenance needs and execute maintenance contracts.
- Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge and implement all applicable federal and state regulatory requirements, policies and procedures pertaining to administering the AML program.
- Effectively communicate with appropriate consultants, contractors, and landowners involved with any AML project in order to coordinate reclamation work in the most appropriate manner.
- Conduct site assessments of Abandoned Mine Lands to determine if reclamation is eligible for funding.
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies as necessary to effectively resolve AML project issues arising from NEPA compliance, design limitations, construction problems, etc.
- Maintain Missouri’s inventory of AML affected areas or problem areas.
To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:
- Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Skills
- Oral and Written Communication
- Project Management
• Equivalent to those typically gained by:
- Bachelor’s degree in Soil Science, Plant Science, Agriculture, or other environmental studies.
(Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience)
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. Benefits & Work-life Balance Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here .
How we invest in you: • Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.