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Working Title: Environmental Specialist - Environmental Specialist 1 or Environmental Specialist 2

Job Class: Environmental Specialist 1 or Environmental Specialist 2

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 79901

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/05/2024

• Closing Date : 09/18/2024

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

• Division/Unit : REM Superfund Unit 3

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 5% of the time

• Environmental Specialist 1 Salary Range: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually

• Environmental Specialist 2 Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / 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, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, 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 perform project management of sites in the Superfund family of programs. These duties include directing and assisting in the management of environmental investigations and assisting senior staff with complex investigation to determine if cleanup actions are needed or if sites may be closed according to best management practices. The incumbent will also develop site conceptual models for the area of identified contamination sufficient to support development of maps that show the area of contamination.

Minimum Qualifications

Environmental Specialist 1

Two years of environmental protection experience OR

A Bachelor's degree in environmental protection or related science field. (Students in their final semester of college should apply for the position and can start after their graduation date.)

Environmental Specialist 2

Three years of environmental protection experience OR

A Bachelor's degree in environmental protection or related science field AND one year of professional environmental protection experience. (Students in their final semester of college should apply for the position and can start after their graduation date.)

Both:

Ability to manage multiple projects.

Ability to gain understanding of the environmental regulatory process and state and federal rules.

Basic computer skills with proficiency in Word and exposure to Excel and PowerPoint.

Good communication and human relations skills to interact effectively with 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

Experience in environmental site investigations.

Proficiency with database management and software including GIS and EQulS applications.

Experience with public communications efforts on health or environmental projects.

Knowledge of the overall state and federal environmental regulatory framework related to environmental investigations and cleanup of contaminated properties including Minnesota Environmental Response and Liability Act (MERLA).

Work effectively with people representing a broad spectrum of positions in business, government, and environmental groups.

Effectively represent the MPCA before a variety of groups relative to social, economic, and environmental issues.

Students who have participated in one of the state’s or MPCA’s student leadership pipeline programs such as Right Track, Step Up, Urban Scholar, Star of the North, or Increasing Diversity in Environmental Careers are encouraged to apply.

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

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.