Natural Resources Program Principal 2026-01784

About the Department

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This is a Natural Resources Program Principal in the Storage Tank Program. This position is responsible for remediation projects including comprehensive planning, approval of engineering designs, and coordination of construction and maintenance of multi-faceted remediation systems to facilitate cleanup of contaminated sites and to conduct tank installation/modification and removal inspections. The position requires responding to requests for information, including file review requests and remediation contaminant characterization. This position coordinates and communicates with other programs in the Agency and Division to ensure compliance. The successful candidate must reside within commuting distance to the office located in either Cheyenne, WY or Casper, WY 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 457B plans that help you build a secure future Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ?? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: deq.hr@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level. Reviews consultant submittals, including plans/specifications and reports, and work with consultants to develop remedies for remediation. Analyzes/compiles complex environmental data and draws conclusions associated with site characterization, risk assessment and remedial alternatives. Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes. Prepares new project site descriptions and participates on consultant selection committees. Oversees consultants’ and contractors’ activities for numerous complex investigation and remediation projects that serve to protect human health and the environment. Performs written performance appraisals for consultants and contractors. Performs scope of work and cost negotiations during contract and amendment preparation for consultant and contractor services. Reviews and approves contractor field orders, site work orders and value change proposals. Coordinates with city, county, state, tribal, and federal officials; property owners; realtors; bankers; consultants and other affected parties concerning technical matters and environmental site conditions.

This is a Natural Resources Program Principal in the Storage Tank Program. This position is responsible for remediation projects including comprehensive planning, approval of engineering designs, and coordination of construction and maintenance of multi-faceted remediation systems to facilitate cleanup of contaminated sites and to conduct tank installation/modification and removal inspections. The position requires responding to requests for information, including file review requests and remediation contaminant characterization. This position coordinates and communicates with other programs in the Agency and Division to ensure compliance. The successful candidate must reside within commuting distance to the office located in either Cheyenne, WY or Casper, WY

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 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ??

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

• Reviews consultant submittals, including plans/specifications and reports, and work with consultants to develop remedies for remediation.
• Analyzes/compiles complex environmental data and draws conclusions associated with site characterization, risk assessment and remedial alternatives.
• Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes.
• Prepares new project site descriptions and participates on consultant selection committees.
• Oversees consultants’ and contractors’ activities for numerous complex investigation and remediation projects that serve to protect human health and the environment.
• Performs written performance appraisals for consultants and contractors.
• Performs scope of work and cost negotiations during contract and amendment preparation for consultant and contractor services.
• Reviews and approves contractor field orders, site work orders and value change proposals.
• Coordinates with city, county, state, tribal, and federal officials; property owners; realtors; bankers; consultants and other affected parties concerning technical matters and environmental site conditions.

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

KNOWLEDGE: 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 and achieve agency goals.

Ability to reason with and influence dissatisfied people.

Ability to remain calm and firm and recommend equitable enforcement action.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: 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 Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

• 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 and achieve agency goals.
• Ability to reason with and influence dissatisfied people. Ability to remain calm and firm and recommend equitable enforcement action.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: 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.

NOTES: FLSA: Exempt The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process.

If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

• 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 Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life. Employees enjoy: Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health Know your full value. Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like. Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/ WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax . Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! .

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture.

The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! .

• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above
• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A
• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
• Yes
• No
• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter

• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair

• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)

• Other

• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above
• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran
• Yes
• No