Area 2-Reclamation Enforcement Supervisor

Title: Area 2-Reclamation Enforcement Supervisor

State Role Title: Minerals Specialist I

Hiring Range: $80,000 -$90,000/annually

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Energy

Location: Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, and Tazewell Counties, Virginia

Agency Website: energy.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Energy is seeking an Area 2 Enforcement Supervisor to oversee and administer a statewide coal surface mining and reclamation inspection and compliance program in accordance with §§ 45.2-1019 through 45.2-1051 of the Code of Virginia (Virginia Coal Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1979), as amended, and the agency's strategic and operational goals.

Under the direction of the Reclamation Program Manager Area Supervisor, this position provides direct leadership and supervision to field inspection staff responsible for monitoring mining and reclamation activities. The Area 2 Enforcement Supervisor ensures compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements, promotes the protection of public health and safety, and supports environmental stewardship through effective enforcement of coal mining and reclamation laws.

Key responsibilities include overseeing inspection and compliance activities, directing reclamation enforcement operations, managing employee performance and development, and ensuring that lands affected by coal mining are reclaimed in a manner that minimizes adverse impacts on the environment and surrounding communities.

Virginia Energy’s mission is to lead the Commonwealth to a safe, reliable and responsible energy future with greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development, as well as implement the Virginia’s Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable and clean energy.

Come be a part of an agency that makes a difference. We have offices in Big Stone Gap, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

• Significant experience in mine reclamation, environmental compliance, natural resource conservation, land restoration, or a closely related field.
  
• Knowledge of engineering principles, environmental assessment practices, real property information, grant administration, and construction cost estimating.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and evaluate staff engaged in the implementation and administration of Virginia's Coal Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Program and Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Program.
  
• Ability to interpret and apply federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to coal mining, reclamation, and environmental protection.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, communicate technical information, and interact effectively with stakeholders, industry representatives, and the public.
  
• Proficiency in the use of engineering, scientific, and field inspection equipment, including GPS units, water and soil testing instruments, and digital photographic equipment.
  
• Proficient in the use of personal computers and software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and agency-specific databases, reporting systems, and electronic forms.
  
• Ability to safely operate and perform basic maintenance on four-wheel-drive vehicles in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  
• Ability to conduct field inspections in rugged terrain and varying weather conditions.
  

Additional Considerations

• Virginia Certified Surface Mine Foreman Certification
  
• Experience interpreting and enforcing environmental, mining, reclamation, or regulatory compliance requirements.
  
• Experience conducting inspections, investigations, or compliance reviews.

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.

Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.

All applicants for employment must consent to a comprehensive background check. Selected candidates must successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving, and criminal background check.

This is a restricted position; continued employment is contingent upon available funding.

This position is designated to file a financial disclosure under the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act. This is a condition of employment, and you are required to submit the Statement of Economic Interests electronically through the Virginia Ethics Council’s online filing system annually.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.

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: N/A

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.

Advertised: 06 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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