Salary: $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Department of Environmental Quality
Division: Uranium Recovery
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ENNR10

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position is a geologist in the Land Quality Division (LQD). Under limited supervision, this position evaluates the radiological and geochemical hazards associated with uranium recovery operations. This includes conducting inspections as well as reviewing technical submissions such as license applications, license renewals, license amendments, radiological surveys, groundwater restoration reports, environmental impact statements, and decommissioning plans. Additionally, this position supports the licensees by developing and implementing regulatory guidance and standards and effectively communicating those to industry.

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• 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
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Inspect uranium recovery operators for compliance to a broad spectrum of regulations, and analyze impacts of activities on public health, safety, and the environment. Travel to licensed facilities within the State up to 6 times per year.
• Effectively communicate highly technical information to the public, regulated communities, and other government agencies who may not have a technical background.
• Requires considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment.
• Complete projects within defined time constraints.
• Obtain training to meet the requirements of a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license reviewer and inspector. This will require moderate travel within the first two years to meet the qualifications (roughly eight weeks spread over a year for the first two years).
• Ability to conduct self-study as well as seek out statistical, hydrological, and geochemical training opportunities
• Conduct the review and evaluation of technical submissions using Geological/Hydrogeology/or Engineering principles.
• Produce detailed, well-written technical reports, inspection reports, and division correspondence.
• Respond to public complaints.
• Participate in the development of guidance documents and regulations focusing on a variety of topics.
• Serve as an expert witness in administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Ability to analyze environmental data and make informed decisions based on that data.
• Lead meetings with operators of assigned sites.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those candidates with a minimum of a bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or other closely related field in addition to having specialized knowledge and experience with the principles, theories, and practices in either groundwater and surface water hydrology, fluid hydraulics, contaminant transport in groundwater and geology, geochemistry, chemistry or environmental engineering.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Familiarity with the role of NRC and Uranium Recovery Program. Familiarity with Wyoming rules and regulations related to licensing and inspection of source material from recovery or milling and the management of 11e.(2) byproduct material.
• Ability to evaluate and solve a broad spectrum of technical problems related to environmental protection aspects of a licensee's plans to clean up contaminated sites, evaluate environmental pathway modeling, and conduct environmental monitoring and sampling to verify performance.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical analysis, issues, and recommendations both orally and written to staff, the public, and the regulated community.
• Ability to prioritize work quickly so that deadlines are met while maintaining quality.
• Ability to conduct self-study to learn new skills.
• Familiarity with concepts of groundwater transport and geochemical models such as, but not limited to, MT3D, MODFLOW, and PHREEQC.
• Familiarity with concepts of mobility and geochemistry of heavy metals in groundwater.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

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
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require extensive travel at times.
• Must be able to walk on uneven or rough terrain.
• Must be able to deal with all types of inclement weather.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

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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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

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(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
• 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

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(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

(ENNR10) 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 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.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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This role requires a bachelor's degree and background in the geosciences or environmental fields. Which specific field or major was your degree awarded?
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(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

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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's 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.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(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 veteran's 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 Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(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

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(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

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