Job Announcement

The North Dakota Public Service Commission is seeking to hire a temporary Construction Inspector to work in its Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Division. The mission of the AML Division is to eliminate the hazards associated with abandoned coal mines in the state to improve the safety and environment for the citizens of North Dakota. The position involves working at abandoned surface or underground coal mines. Work is generally in rugged and uneven terrain and working and driving near drilling, pumping and heavy equipment is required. The position involves working in all types of weather and walking on a variety of uneven or slippery surfaces. Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and some manual labor (i.e. digging with a shovel, pounding in stakes and fence posts) may be necessary.

Start and end dates are flexible, but work is expected to begin mid-May and continue through September. Workdays and hours may be irregular depending on weather conditions and the contractor's schedule. Applicant must be able to work at the project sites throughout the project. The agency will pay for overnight lodging near work sites during the work week as necessary. A State vehicle will be available for work-related travel. All applicants must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. 

• Serving as the on-site inspector for reclamation projects. This involves:
  • Verifying the contract specifications and project design plans are followed by the contractor(s),
  • Coordinating work between contractors,
  • Documenting project progress and recording spatial and project data daily with field notebook, photos, video, ArcGIS Apps, or other electronic device, and
  • Quickly solving problems.
• Receiving and verifying the accuracy of drill logs, grout logs or any other contractor supplied documents.
• Conducting field reviews of abandoned mines at other locations as necessary.

• Background in natural or earth sciences, construction management, agriculture, or engineering.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail oriented with good observation and note-taking skills.

College students who meet the minimum qualifications listed above are encouraged to apply. If the successful applicant is a college student that intends to work as a scientist, engineer, or technician in the field of mine land reclamation, the student is eligible to apply for a $2,500.00 scholarship from the National Association of Abandoned Mine Lands Program.

• Experience supervising contractors.
• Experience in reviewing project plans, specifications, maps, and drawings.
• Knowledge and use of technology devices such as tablet PCs, iPads, and survey equipment.
• Experience recording project data, taking notes, and writing reports, including any work with databases and data entry.

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Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.

• In addition to the online application, applicants must upload the following documents:
  • Resume ;
  • Cover letter which includes a summary of how the applicant’s education and work experience are related to the minimum and preferred qualifications;
  • College transcripts (if applicable); and,
  • The name, address, and phone number of three (3) professional references (no letters of reference please).
• Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.
• Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorships will not be considered.
• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload Form DD214 or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification.
• For more information about the position or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process, contact Sheila Zacher at (701) 328-4083, TTY 1-800-366-6888, or 711.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.