Job Description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land & Water, is recruiting a Natural Resource Manager 3 to serve as the Mining Section Chief in Anchorage. This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

Lead the team that drives responsible, high-impact development of Alaska's mineral resources. As Mining Section Chief, you'll set the strategic vision, guide complex mine permitting, and ensure the State leads with integrity, environmental stewardship, and expertise. This mission-critical leadership role sits at the center of a rapidly expanding mining sector energized by today's federal priorities. Step into a position where your leadership will shape Alaska's future and influence one of the nation's fastest-growing industries.

Mission and Values/Culture:

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, is dedicated to safeguarding and advancing the State's land and natural resources through responsible, forward-looking management aligned with our mission and vision to put Alaska's resources to work now and into the future. Join a mission-driven team leading responsible resource development at the heart of Alaska's growing mining sector.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

This position offers a professional and supportive work environment with the ability to telework a couple of days per week or on a situational basis as needed. Join a team that values collaboration, meaningful public service work, and opportunities for continued professional growth within the Division and Department.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

The role is based in downtown Anchorage in a northeast corner office that provides convenient access to state partners, public services, and urban amenities. We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Competency-Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions This job class uses competency-based minimum qualifications. Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Additional Required Information

** Please read the information below carefully. ** If invited to interview, please bring the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include: Two professional writing samples; acceptable samples include letters, memoranda, reports, or more substantial documents where you served as the primary author. Three professional references. Copy of driver's license.