Title: AML Mapping/Eligibility Specialist

State Role Title: Minerals Specialist I

Hiring Range: $58,000 - $68,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Energy

Location:Mines/Mine Land Repurpose/Adm

Agency Website:www.energy.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Are you knowledgeable of computer operations, GIS, CAD, GPS, and other systems? Do you have experience using historical mapping data and records to solve problems? Do you enjoy working hands-on? Then look no further! The Virginia Department of Energy, Mined Land Repurposing program, is seeking an AML Mapping/Eligibility Specialist to administer the approved statewide Abandoned Mine Land Program according to the regulations authorized by the Office of Surface Mining, Federal Assistance Manuel, Virginia State Reclamation Plan, and Virginia Energy Strategic Operational plan. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing project eligibility and mapping research to assist staff with Abandoned Mine Land, AMLER, BIL, bond forfeiture, and watershed restoration projects to ensure environmental and regulatory compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience in order to qualify for this position:
• Considerable knowledge of computer operations, spatial database design and operation, computer aided design (CAD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), remote sensing technologies and engineering principles and practices utilized by the Abandoned Mine Land (AML) staff
• Demonstrated ability to use historical mapping data and records to produce research documents.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to analyze and communicate information clearly and concisely
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing workload
• Ability to collaborate and build inclusiveness within a team
• The candidate should also be skilled in 4-wheel drive vehicle operation and basic maintenance in accordance with agency guidelines and procedures
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

This position has been designated as required to file a Statement of Economic Interest in accordance with Section 2.2-3114 of the Code of Virginia. The individual accepted for employment will have to pass a drug test with successful references as part of the Virginia Energy pre-employment process.

Additional Considerations

• Registration or certification is desirable
• Experience in using spatial data, application of regulations and engineering principles, preferably in the mineral extraction industry is desirable

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position will close on June 24, 2024, at 11:55 p.m. To be considered, please submit a state employment application, or resume, online at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home. A hiring manager/human resources will review all applications received and select candidates who most closely meet the established criteria for interviews.

Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.

As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth's veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-729-6048

Email: humanresources@energy.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.