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Working Title: Climate Assistance Unit Supervisor

Job Class: Pollution Control Specialist Principal

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 81138

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/18/2024

• Closing Date : 10/31/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MMA

• Division/Unit : Environmental Analysis & Outcomes / Climate Unit

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $38.96 - $58.20 / hourly; $81,348 - $121,521 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: St. Paul, Brainerd, Duluth, Detroit Lakes, Rochester, Marshall, or Mankato.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to lead and supervise the activities and resources of the Climate Assistance Unit. Climate Assistance Unit activities include climate-related program and policy development, climate action technical assistance, climate resiliency and adaptation collaboration, administration of climate-related state grant programs, and seeking and administration of federal funds for climate work, including administration of the federally funded Climate-smart Food Systems Initiative. The unit supports the interagency work of the Climate Change Subcabinet including development and implementation support of Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework. The position directs the development of employees and ensures delivery of high-quality work products. This position assists the Climate Director to support the Assistant Commissioner for Air and Climate Policy.

Minimum Qualifications

A) One (1) year of supervisory experience in environmental protection/pollution control;

OR

B) Two (2) years of advanced professional experience in environmental protection/pollution control. Examples for internal candidates – (Environmental Specialist 4, Planner Principal, Hydrologist 2, Engineer 2 Graduate, Research Scientist 2, or related classes).

OR

C) Three (3) years of environmental experience performing work equivalent to an Environmental Specialist 3 level or senior level work directing, designing AND developing criteria for permits, enforcement, negotiation, or environmental programs.

OR

D) Equivalent combination of the above.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

A working understanding of state, local, and federal climate change policy

Knowledge of research and science related to greenhouse gas inventories, climate pollution mitigation, and/or climate adaptation and resilience.

Strong communications skills that include listening and ability to effectively communicate through verbal and written means.

Leadership skill sufficient to effectively supervise, coach, train, motivate, and lead staff and teams through complex challenges in a dynamic regulatory and policy context.

Strong project management and organizational skills to guide and direct multiple complex projects at the same time.

Skills to guide and support others through collaborative problem-solving and conflict resolution including with internal agency partners, other state agencies, external parties, and stakeholders.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with unit staff and other state government staff, MPCA leadership, leadership across the Climate Change Subcabinet agencies, and with external partners including local government officials.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

Position duties may require travel but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver’s license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.