Division of Mineral Resources Management

About the Division The mission of the Division of Mineral Resources Management is to provide for the safe and environmentally sound development and restoration of mineral and fossil fuel extraction sites. Diverse and comprehensive programs address the environmental and safety aspects of the coal and industrial minerals mining industries while maintaining high standards of regulatory effectiveness. The Division also restores abandoned mine land, enforces mining safety laws, and ensures the protection of citizens, land and water resources. Program and support services include permitting, bonding, inspection, enforcement, mine safety rescue support and training, hydrology, soils, blasting, archaeology, engineering, design, information technology and administrative support. Expertise is provided by an experienced staff of inspectors, geologists, environmental specialists, engineers, blasting specialists, soils scientists, hydrologists, archaeologists, and hydrogeologists. Funding for programs comes from severance taxes on coal and industrial minerals; federal grants; general revenue funds; fees; fines; bonds and reimbursements. **Mission** Provide for safe and environmentally sound development and restoration of mineral and fossil fuel extraction sites. **Vision** We will lead change in Ohio through innovation, excellence and partnering in natural resource stewardship. **Values** We respect and value our external customers, recognizing their diversity, knowledge and needs. We will - provide information and promote public awareness; - provide timely quality services; - practice the highest ethical standards; - use the best available technology; - build employee pride and encourage self improvement; - promote and implement teamwork and partnerships; - practice high professional standards and responsibility.