Mine Safety and Health Inspector

United States Department of Labor • Madison, WV

408d • Remote

About The Position

The position involves conducting safety and health inspections and investigations in mining operations to ensure compliance with the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act. The role is part of a career ladder progression, allowing for development from lower grades to GS-11, where the incumbent will independently manage a variety of inspections and provide technical guidance to mine operators. The work environment is hazardous, requiring physical capability and adherence to safety protocols.

Requirements

• Specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-05 level in Federal service, involving on-site safety/health inspection or related work in mining or closely related industries.
• Graduate level education in fields related to mine safety and health work, or equivalent combinations of education and experience for GS-07 and GS-09 levels.
• Specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-09 level for GS-11, involving mine safety and health inspection, analysis, and evaluation of mining operations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mining engineering or related fields.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety hazards in mining.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct onsite safety and health inspections and investigations of mining operations, mills, and related facilities.
• Prepare written reports of inspections and investigations, issuing citations and orders for violations found during examinations.
• Promote safety and health among mine operators and workers by directing and participating in safety and health training programs, meetings, and demonstrations.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to mine operators to help them solve problems and comply with mine safety and health requirements.
• Assist mine operators in planning modifications to improve and/or correct deficiencies in operations.
• Serve as a MSHA representative and information source on mine safety and health.
• Testify at judicial hearings regarding notices of violations and orders of withdrawal.

Benefits

• Participation in telework as determined by management.
• Potential for additional positions to be filled from this vacancy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Master's degree