Natural Resources Analyst 2026-02646

Natural Resources Analyst 2026-02646

Salary

$5,603.87 - $6,226.13 Monthly

Location

Lander, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02646

Department

Department of Environmental Quality

Division

Solid Waste

Opening Date

11/02/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ENNR09

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a Natural Resource Analyst position in the Solid Waste Permitting and Corrective Action Program in the Solid and Hazardous Waste Division. This position is responsible for evaluating/reviewing complex solid waste permit applications to ensure the appropriate management of solid waste at disposal, transfer, treatment, and storage facilities for compliance with the Solid Waste Rules. This position coordinates and communicates with other programs in the Agency and Division. This position also interacts and is a technical liaison with other state and federal agencies, consultants, engineers, industry, local government officials, civic organizations, and the general public.

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!

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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 solid waste facility permit applications and other associated submittals for completeness and technical adequacy to ensure applications are prepared in accordance with state statutes and rules.
• Prepares detailed technical reviews, operating permits, amendments, fact sheets, public notices, and responsive documents for administrative records.
• Reviews/analyzes environmental monitoring reports and data, draws conclusions to make appropriate recommendations.
• Evaluates groundwater monitoring data and statistical analysis.
• Project management, including planning, design, implementation, and complete responsibility and management for a specific activity or project.
• Manages multiple complex investigation, remediation and permitting projects.
• Represents SHWD in meetings and provides appropriate recommendations for resolving permitting and compliance issues.
• Maintain and manage permitting projects, record keeping, and data management related to the Departments information and data management systems.
• Provides technical environmental guidance and instruction to agency projects.
• Demonstrate strong written, electronic, and oral communications skills.
• Makes independent judgment of compliance through inspections/interpretations of regulations and reports.
• Identifies compliance issues with state-wide entities.
• Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures and statutes.
• Conducts and evaluates moderately complex modeling of pollutant transport in the environment.
• Investigates and oversees complaints and projects. Participates in compliance reviews.
• Determines accuracy of data collection & computation methods
• Ability to research records and provide accurate information and technical data to the public.
• Applies and interprets complex rules, regulations, guidelines or standards.
• Has ongoing interface with regulated community at mid to senior management level.
• Participate in outreach, trainings and public speaking within the solid waste community and general public.
• Successfully resolve conflicts of technical opinions and personalities in order to achieve compliance with the Solid Waste Rules, standards of practice, and the goals and objectives of the Department.
• Interact with the public, regulated entities, elected officials, and other employees in an effective and professional manner.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of solid waste management systems and processes, including, but not limited to engineered containment systems, corrective action systems, integrated waste management, recycling, and beneficial use.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of site investigation and cleanup.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of applicable state and federal statutes, regulations, policy and guidance.
• Work independently within areas of major responsibility.
• Works together with various programs within the Division and Agency.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Preference will be given to those with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Science or Engineering.
• Additional preference will be given to a candidate with direct experience with solid waste management facilities.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and ability to read, research, interpret and apply Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
• Knowledge and ability to read, research, interpret and apply state policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of hydrogeologic processes and remediation processes.
• Knowledge of groundwater sampling, data evaluation, and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of multiple science and engineering disciplines.
• Training and/or experience in a variety of disciplines such as geology, groundwater, soils, hydrology, organic and inorganic chemistry, biology, toxicology, statistics, and particularly engineering, as these disciplines relate to solid waste management facilities.
• Demonstrate strong written, electronic, and oral communications skills.
• Knowledge of project management principles. Knowledge of OSHA requirements of 29 CFR Part 1910.120.
• Knowledge of environmental concepts, especially in relation to solid waste management facilities, landfills, transfer stations, surface impoundments, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Subtitle D.
• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist

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 Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Participation in the various groups as Wyomings representative may require extensive travel at times.
• Must be able to walk over uneven ground and work through all types of inclement weather.
• Must be able to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
• Overnight travel required.

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.

Supplemental Information

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Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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 9 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

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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 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

03

(ENNR09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Natural Resources? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, GIS experience, or other similar experience.)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than 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.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Science or Engineering?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have any direct experience with solid waste management facilities?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

10

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

13

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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