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Working Title: Closed Landfill Program Field Representative - Environmental Specialist 3

Job Class: Environmental Specialist 3

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 80263

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/23/2024

• Closing Date : 10/07/2024

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

• Division/Unit : REM Closed Landfill Unit 1

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 50% of the time

• Salary Range: $30.80 - $45.47 / hourly; $64,310 - $94,941 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• 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: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, or Detroit Lakes.

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 perform inspections, active remediation work, conduct methane gas and other site monitoring, coordinate contractor mowing/brush/tree removal, review contractor invoices and participate in contractor appraisals, conduct appropriate site maintenance, and assist other Closed Landfill Program staff and contractors in site investigations, survey and other response actions at assigned closed landfills.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an environmental protection/ science area and two years of professional experience performing remedial investigations

OR

Three years professional-level landfill operation and maintenance experience.

AND the ability to:

Independently complete assignments in a timely manner.

Understanding of the environmental regulatory process and procedures.

Engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders and team members.

Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).

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

Knowledge of federal, state and local environmental laws, rules, regulations and standards.

Experience with air and water quality, hazardous waste or stormwater regulations, energy efficiency, environmental best management practices or pollution prevention issues.

Experience working with diverse communities.

Customer service skills and abilities.

Experience working in teams and experience with conflict resolution.

Experience working with the operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction systems. This includes enclosed ground flare stations, gas extraction wells, condensate/leachate, pumps, gas probes, and landfill covers.

Experience with landfill gas meters for readings on flare, gas probes, gas vents and gas extraction wells. This includes calibration and downloading data off the meter.

Strong problem-solving skills for issues related to landfill gas extraction systems and equipment used onsite.

Physical Requirements

The incumbent will be required to visit field sites that may have rough terrain.

Additional Requirements

A driver’s license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver’s license AND a satisfactory DLR check.

Requires a Class D driver´s License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver’s license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.

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.