DRMS Environmental Protection Specialist Intern - Hybrid - Three Vacancies

State of Colorado Job Opportunities

DRMS Environmental Protection Specialist Intern - Hybrid Three Vacancies

Salary: $56,760.00 - $83,832.00 Annually

Location: Other (multiple locations in job posting), CO

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: PKA-00056-4-24

Department: Department of Natural Resources

Division: Division of Reclamation Mining and Safety

Opening Date: 04/26/2024

Closing Date: 5/13/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA: Determined by Position

Type of Announcement: Colorado State residents only

FLSA Status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation)

Department Contact Information: Patrick.gerity@state.co.us

Hiring Pay Rate: Bi-weekly basis for new State Personnel System employees

How To Apply: Online Application

Description/Benefits/Questions

Department Information:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Three vacant Environmental Protection Specialist Intern positions are available. The Division of Reclamation Mining and Safety aims to balance mineral resource production with environmental protection in Colorado.

Are you interested in making a difference in natural resource management? Join the Colorado Department of Natural Resources to work on conservation efforts for today and tomorrow. Visit our website for more information.

The State of Colorado values equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Benefits include medical and dental plans, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, employee wellness programs, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, flexible work schedules, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Division of Reclamation Mining Safety:

The division oversees programs related to coal, minerals, mine reclamation, and mine safety and training. Their mission is to protect the public, miners, and the environment during mining operations, restore abandoned mines, and ensure mined lands are reclaimed properly.

Description of Job:

This position is an entry-level internship for Colorado residents. Responsibilities include reviewing mine plans and permits, inspecting mines for compliance, and testifying at hearings. Interns are trained for higher-level positions within the division.

Applicants must be Colorado residents at the time of application submission. Training provided with the opportunity for advancement within the division. Work involves reviewing applications for mining operations, communicating written and verbally, and enforcing regulations.

Interested in this internship opportunity? Apply online and reach out to the Department Contact for more information. Make sure to submit a complete application before the closing date for consideration.