Sr Mine Environmental Spclst or Mine Environmental Analyst, Bridger Coal Company #110080

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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose

Act as an environmental lead within the Technical Services department. Support business objectives, strategies, and plans within the group. Implements and supports company programs and policies. This position acts as a lead to environmental personnel within the Technical Services department for Bridger Coal Company.  

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for Sr. Mine Enviornmental Specialist position include the following:
Administer and coordinate primary interface between the mine operations and the agents of county, state and federal agencies including the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Office of Surface Mining, Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, state land offices in Wyoming, and private land owners.
Ensure reports, applications, filings to government agencies, resource recovery and protection plans, logical mining units, lease-by-applications, exploration licensing, environmental assessments, plans of development for right-of-way easements, roads and special use permits are prepared for timely submittal. Play an active role in maintaining compliance with all environmental regulations and permits in a timely, reasonable and cost effective manner. Oversee mine reclamation processes and all phases of bond release.
Maintain land, lease holding and mine permit records. Coordinate with the Fuel Resource group on lease contractual issues regarding payment of rentals, production royalties, taxes and other lease contractual matters. Coordinate bonding requirements for mine reclamation, federal and state coal leases, logical mining units, special use permits and general liability insurance. 
Responsibilities for Mine Enviornmental Analyst position include the following:
 Coordinate between the mine operations and the agents of county, state and federal agencies including the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Office of Surface Mining, Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, state land offices in Wyoming, and private land owners. Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual monitoring and reporting for various environmental areas, including wildlife, air quality, water quality, storm water, waste management, cultural resources, radiation safety, and/or SPCC. Facilitate State and Federal inspections. Organize, lead, and monitor permitting projects. Prepare, write and edit mine permit sections and permit revisions, negotiate permit terms with agencies. Respond to agency permit review comments, utilizing other staff and/or consultants as needed.   Participate in preparation of mine permit annual report. Oversee mine reclamation processes and all phases of bond release. Ensure timely and effective compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Assist in supervising on-site compliance and reclamation crews to prevent or correct compliance issues. Keep and maintain environmental records, including, but not limited to, agency inspection reports, waste disposal manifests, field inspections, training, sampling, etc. Train mine personnel to environmental regulations and compliance standards to reduce the potential for violations. Maintain current knowledge of all environmental laws and regulations related to the mining operations and apply to compliance efforts. 
 

Requirements

Requirements for Sr. Mine Enviornmental Specialist:
Bachelor's degree environmental, civil or mining engineering or related sciences. Minimum of five years of related experience in mine land use regulations and mine operations experience. Knowledge of regulations related to surface mining, environmental controls and financial analysis. Leadership and teamwork skills to develop and promote cooperative working relationships within and among departments and with all shifts. Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations. Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations. Proficient with the use of personal computers and automated tools.  Ability to analyze data and prepare written reports and other written documents that are acceptable to regulatory agencies. Minimum of Level 1 water operator’s certification for public water systems or willing to obtain. Certified radiation safety officer or willing to obtain.
**If a candidate does of meet the requirements of Sr. Mine Enviornmental Specialist, they may be considered at a Mine Enviornmental Analyst position for hiring. 
Requirements for this Mine Enviornmental Analyst include the following:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, wildlife biology, range land science, or related sciences, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of three years of related experience in mine operations and environmental engineering. Knowledge of engineering, environmental and geological issues relating to mining. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government agency personnel. Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations. Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness. Understanding the company’s business, relevant policies, procedures, and practices. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations. Proficient with the use of personal computers, including spreadsheet and word processing applications. Working knowledge of computer-aided drafting (CAD) and GIS is preferred.

Preferences

• Advanced degree in Range Management, Biology or any other degree relating to the mine reclamation process.
• Masters degree in environmental engineering or related environmental science.
• Proficient with databases
• Mining or other industrial experience

Additional Information

Req Id: 110080
Company Code: [[compCode]]
Primary Location: POINT OF ROCKS
Department: Rocky Mountain Power
Schedule:
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $78,100.00 -$103,300.00

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential. 

It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening