Mine Safety and Health Inspector
About this role
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration is hiring Mine Safety and Health Inspectors across multiple locations. You will protect America's miners by spotting workplace hazards, enforcing safety standards, and investigating accidents to prevent injuries and fatalities. The GS-09/11 role calls for experience in mining operations, safety inspections, hazard identification, and occupational health practices. Applications close November 11, 2026, so interested candidates should move quickly.
This listing sits in our Government Jobs section and was posted on November 01, 2026. The role is based on site in Multiple Locations, United States, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $63,733 – $100,216/yr, as published by the employer. On this page you will find the responsibilities, the requirements the employer is screening for, the benefits on offer, and a step-by-step route to submit your application.
Job snapshot
| Employer | U.S. Department of Labor (MSHA) |
|---|---|
| Job title | Mine Safety and Health Inspector |
| Location | Multiple Locations, United States |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Full-time |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Salary | $63,733 – $100,216/yr |
| Posted | November 01, 2026 |
| Listing source | U.S. Department of Labor weekly jobs roundup (USAJOBS) |
What you will do day to day
Based on the employer's posting, a typical week in this position at U.S. Department of Labor (MSHA) would centre on the following duties:
- Inspect mines for hazards and safety violations
- Enforce federal mine safety and health standards
- Investigate mining accidents and injuries
- Document findings and issue citations where needed
- Advise mine operators on corrective actions
- Prepare detailed inspection and investigation reports
What you will need
- Experience in mining operations or mine safety inspections
- Knowledge of hazard identification and accident investigation
- Familiarity with occupational health and safety practices
- Ability to travel to mine sites and work in field conditions
- Strong report-writing and documentation skills
- U.S. citizenship and federal employment eligibility
This role suits a candidate who is comfortable with formal processes, documentation, and eligibility rules, and who values long-term stability and public service.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $63,733 – $100,216/yr, as published by U.S. Department of Labor (MSHA). Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- Federal GS-09/11 career ladder with promotion potential
- Federal health, retirement, and leave benefits
- Mission-driven work protecting miners' lives
- Training in mine safety inspection and enforcement
- Stable full-time federal employment
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the official listing (U.S. Department of Labor weekly jobs roundup (USAJOBS)), where applications are submitted directly to U.S. Department of Labor (MSHA).
- Complete every field of the official application and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply well before the closing date — government portals rarely grant extensions.
- Answer every questionnaire item and align your résumé wording with the announcement.
- Check citizenship, clearance, and education requirements before investing time.
- Federal résumés can be longer than private-sector ones; include hours, grades, and duties in detail.
Frequently asked questions
When does this close?
Applications are due by November 11, 2026.
What grade is this role?
It is advertised at GS-09/11, so qualified candidates can enter at either level.
How do I apply for the Mine Safety and Health Inspector position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the official listing on U.S. Department of Labor weekly jobs roundup (USAJOBS), where you submit your application directly to U.S. Department of Labor (MSHA). US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
What is the salary for this Mine Safety and Health Inspector role?
The advertised range is $63,733 – $100,216/yr, as published by the employer. The final offer depends on experience, qualifications, and location, so confirm the current figure on the official listing before you apply.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Multiple Locations, United States and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.
Need help applying? Read our guide: Job Interview Preparation: A Practical Guide — written for government jobs applicants in the USA.
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