Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 46643
Closing Date: 05/12/2025
​Agency:  Department of Natural Resources
Class Title: STATE MINE INSPECTOR - 42230 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,005 Monthly; Full Range $6,005 - $8,678 - Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Franklin
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062
Merit Comp Code:  

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position  MUST apply electronically through the  illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the  SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a State Mine Inspector for The Office of Mines and Minerals. This position will exercise independent judgement to suspend mining operations when violations are noted or miners’ safety is not in compliance with the Coal Mining Act, monitor operations to ensure remediation and approve the reopening of the mines, determine the nature and cause of fatal and non-fatal accidents, file inspection reports to ensure that they are available for State Mining Board review, and serve in an on call capacity to respond to mine emergencies. Since 1910, the State has maintained mine rescue stations and mine rescue teams to respond to mine disasters or emergencies. Although much has changed over the years, the mine rescue teams are still comprised of coal miners who are trained to respond to different situations or problems which may arise at an underground coal mine. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Subject to administrative direction, performs technical inspection and safety control duties by personal examination of mines and surface facilities.
• Inspects surface facilities and mobile equipment and enforces safety regulations.
• Collaborates with various state and federal coal regulatory authorities to ensure current rules and regulations relative to the operation of coal mines are adhered to.
• Reviews and evaluates daily activity records maintained by mine personnel including but not limited to mine examiners, shot firers, engineers, surface supervisors and mine managers for accuracy, completeness and for overall conformance to department rules and regulations.
• Investigates fatal or serious accidents.
• Conducts research projects pertaining to mine safety.
• Conducts or assists with courses of instruction for mine industry employees seeking state mine certification.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
• Requires that applicant must be at least 30 years of age.
• Requires ten years of mining experience in underground mine, of which at least two years shall have been in the State of Illinois.
• Requires valid Illinois certificate as a State Mine Inspector.
• Requires valid Illinois certificate as a Mine Manager.
• Requires Illinois Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of knowledge of Coal Mining Act, mining operations, and occupational hazards and ability to recommend necessary safety and precaution measures to affect safety working conditions.
• Two (2) years of knowledge of mine ventilation, mines atmospheric conditions and their disposition, mine rescue and recovery methods and appliances.
• Two (2) years of knowledge of the geology of coal, stone, clay and fluorspar as they pertain to Illinois
• Illinois Electrical certification.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

 

1. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

2. Valid driver’s license.

3.  Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.

4. Ability to perform arduous physical labor.

5. Ability to be on an on-call capacity 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to mine emergencies or to perform off shift inspections.

6. All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

7. This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

8. Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

 

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 

Agency and Division Statement

DNR Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois’ natural resources, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs; flexible/remote work schedules may be available for certain positions.

 

 

Office of Mines and Minerals

The Office of Mines and Minerals (OMM) is comprised of four divisions: Land Reclamation, Abandoned Mine Lands Reclamation, Mine Safety and Training, and Blasting, Explosives and Aggregate Reclamation. Within these divisions, the office:

• regulates the mining industry throughout the State of Illinois, 
• regulates the possession, use, and storage of explosives, 
• and enforces various acts which govern the mining industry.

 

In addition, the office is charged with ensuring the health and safety of the thousands of mine workers through the Mine Safety and Training Division, and through administering the Abandoned Mined Land Reclamation program, provides reclamation ensuring public and environmental safety from abandoned mine sites.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM with 30 min. Lunch
Work Location: Illinois Mine Rescue Station,   503 E Main St, Benton, Illinois, 62812
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler
Email: vicky.fowler@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-5387
Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources

 

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

 

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Job Tags

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