- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 04/26/2024
- Closing Date: 05/10/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
- Division/Unit: MUN / SSTS Policy/Planning and C&E Unit
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes - Up to 20% of the time
- Environmental Specialist 1Salary Range: $ $32.71 / hourly; $47,209 - $68,298 / annually
- Environmental Specialist 2Salary Range: $ $35.13 / hourly; $50,529 - $73,351 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible: Yes - Up to 100% of the time
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Environmental Specialist - Rochester, United States - Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Description
Working Title: Environmental SpecialistJob Class: Environmental Specialist 1 or 2
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
This position is in the Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) Unit at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The primary purpose of this position is to provide support for the SSTS Program from the Rochester Regional Office for the counties assigned to the area. This position supports the program by implementing the SSTS compliance and enforcement, technical assistance, and training objectives in accordance with the program work plan.
This position will focus on compliance and enforcement and technical assistance of the SSTS program. This position will conduct inspections and investigate and follow-up on complaints; appropriate enforcement actions will be initiated in accordance with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP). The position also provides technical assistance and training to assigned counties, other local units of government, SSTS professionals, and other groups as appropriate and indicated in this plan. The functions of this position include: coordinating with local governmental staff, maintainers, and service providers on SSTS program implementation and enforcement issues; follow-up on complaints regarding license issues and completing inspections on individuals working in the areas of designing, installing, maintaining, and inspecting SSTS; documenting and communicating inspection findings as appropriate for the administration of the SSTS program and initiating appropriate enforcement actions to resolve violation situations; providing technical assistance to LGUs, SSTS professionals, and other appropriate groups; support U of M and other training according to the developed work plan.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Environmental Specialist 1
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Conservation, Biology, Chemistry or related science field OR
Two (2) years of professional environmental protection experience.**
Environmental Specialist 2
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Conservation, Biology, Chemistry or related science field AND one year of professional environmental protection experience OR
Three (3) years of professional environmental protection experience.**
**AND
Effective communication, writing, computer, and problem-solving skills.
The ability to communicate complex issues to general audiences.
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 the principals and practice of hydrology, chemistry, biology, and environmental science relative to septic systems.
Knowledge of public health principals to minimize impacts from septic systems.
Knowledge of the MPCA subsurface sewage treatment system rules and regulations regarding installation, inspection, design, and maintenance.
Ability to take direction, follow standard operating procedures, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments, and work effectively independently and on teams to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Ability to be an active listener, be open to ideas and opinions, and to identify differences and resolve conflicts.
Physical Requirements
Ability to traverse land application sites for maintainer inspections.
Statewide travel sitting in a car for extended periods of time to attend meetings, occasional lifting of boxes of files or educational materials, occasional visits to construction sites with rough terrain, and overnight travel.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
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 driver's license record 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.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at or email . For additional information about the application process, go to .
If you have questions about the position, contact Adriunna Yang-Her at or
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Adriunna Yang-Her at .
About Pollution Control Agency
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 or email and indicate what assistance is needed.
