No employee of the state performing any function or duty under Chapter 1513. or 1514. of the Revised Code shall:

1. (A) Engage in coal or surface mining operations as a sole proprietor or as a partner;
2. (B) Be an officer, director, stockholder, owner, or part-owner of any corporation engaged in coal or surface mining operations;
3. (C) Be employed as an attorney, agent, or in any other capacity by any person engaged in coal or surface mining operations;
4. (D) Have a direct or indirect financial interest in any coal mining or reclamation operation. Any person who violates this section shall be removed from office or dismissed from employment.