<table style="height: 17px; width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #4373BA" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 17px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 17px"> <div class="job-header"> <h1 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 24pt;="" color:="" #ffffff"="">ARIZONA STATE MINE INSPECTOR'S OFFICE</span></h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><em><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #FFFFFF">The priority mission of the Mine Inspector is to enforce mining laws which protect mine employees, residents, and the Arizona Environment. The focus is on providing the best customer service to Arizona Residents and Mine Enterprises.</span></em></span></h1> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"="">ABANDONED MINES SPECIALIST</span></h3> <h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"="">*Available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangement)*</span></h3> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4; height: 19px" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 19px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 19px"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Location:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 16px">1700 West Washington Street</span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 16px">Phoenix, Arizona 85007</span></span></h4> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Posting Details:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 16px">Annual Salary: $60,000<br></span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 16px">Grade: 01<br></span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 16px">This position will be posted until Thursday May 14, 2026</span></span><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 16px">  </span></span></h4> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Summary:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Works with minimal supervision. The Abandoned Mines Specialist position will be responsible for directing the search and cataloguing of abandoned/inactive mines in the state. Locating and inventorying abandoned mines is vital since it may pose significant physical safety hazards to the public, and may impact water resources, and wildlife. </span><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">The Abandoned Mines Specialist primary concern will be to locate, survey, evaluate and determine the method of closure for the abandoned/inactive mines.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">This position requires daily travel, with overnight stays of up to one week duration. Subject to physical exertion including. Possible overnight stays of up to one week duration. The position will include physical exertion in performance of duties, including distance hiking in desert and mountain terrain. <br>This position will require the ability to drive a 4 wheel vehicle and the ability to create scope of work plans for the closure/securing of abandoned mines.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""> Additionally, the Abandoned Mines Specialist will require the skills and abilities to work with contractors, review and implement the plans, create and develop reports for abandoned mine sites, maintain and update the database of abandoned mine reports and write quarterly and annual reports detailing all field work completed for previous quarter.</span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Duties:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Interpersonal relations, as applied to contracts with other Agency staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, private industry, the media and the public</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Meeting with contractors, review and implement the plans to close and secure the abandoned mines after the bid has been awarded to the contractor</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Maintain and update the database of abandoned mine reports. Write quarterly reports detailing all field work completed for previous three months</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Create and develop reports on each abandoned mine site which will include the map reading and report writing</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Develop the scope of work for the contracts regarding the closure/securing the abandoned mines</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Directing the search and cataloguing of abandoned/inactive mines in the state</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Conduct investigations on abandoned mine complaints<br></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><strong>Knowledge:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Interpersonal relations, as applied to contracts with other Agency staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, private industry, the media and the public</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Knowledge of basic mapping techniques including Global Position Satellite (GPS) unit, plus conventional methods</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Knowledge with the environmental effects of hazardous substances that are related to mining operations</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Knowledge and skills in directing the search and cataloguing of abandoned/inactive mines in the state</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• The individual instruct, and evaluate abandoned mine surveyors</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Computer experience developing and modifying flat databases</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><strong>Skills:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Skills in map reading which including both topographic and land status maps</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><strong>Ability:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to work with contractors, review and implement the plans to close and secure the abandoned mines after the bid has been awarded to the contractor. This includes the ability to monitor the budget pertaining to the project</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to Supervise and direct directives of abandoned mine surveyors and volunteers</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to create scope of work plans for the closure/securing the abandoned mines</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to act as interagency contact in affairs regarding abandoned mines</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to understand the geographical location systems in Arizona</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to conduct investigations on abandoned mine complaints</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">• Ability to forecast future projects<br></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Selective Preference(s):</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• The AZ State Mine Inspector may waive the educational requirement in lieu of experience</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Experience in fields under the jurisdiction of the AZ State Mine Inspector</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university<br></span></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Pre-Employment Requirements:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver license record checks, required to maintain acceptable driving records and complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11)</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver license appropriate to the assignment (Minimum of Class D - CLASS A Optional)<br></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt"><em>If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: <a href="https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Driver’s License Requirements.</a></em></span></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4; height: 17px" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 17px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 17px"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Benefits:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt"><strong>The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Health and dental insurance</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Retirement plan</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Sick leave</span></span></p> <p><em><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program <a title="Paid Parental Leave Pilot Program" href="https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our <a href="https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">benefits page</a></span></em></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Retirement</span>:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment</span></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Contact Us:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Laurie Swartzbaugh at <a href="mailto:lswartzbaugh@asmi.az.gov">lswartzbaugh@asmi.az.gov</a> for assistance</span></span></p> </div>