Working Title: 401 Certification Wetland Specialist - Environmental Specialist 3Job Class: Environmental Specialist 3Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 82815
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 12/24/2024
Closing Date : 01/13/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : Agency Rules Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
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, 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 review permit applications and issue certifications as appropriate within the Section 401 Water Quality Certification program. The Section 401 program works to protect Minnesota’s state waters through project review and certification alongside the federal permitting process. The program reviews a wide variety of projects across the state, including transportation and utility projects, new developments, and habitat restorations. Staff in the 401 program work with a wide variety of other agencies and applicants.Minimum QualificationsA Bachelor's degree in Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Water Resources, Ecology, or in other closely-related environmental fields and two years of professional environmental experience with a demonstrated experience using water-related rules and regulations and a working knowledge of water pollution control mechanisms, best management practices, wetland hydrology and/or watershed management.ORThree years of professional environmental experience with a demonstrated experience using water-related rules and regulations and a working knowledge of water pollution control mechanisms, best management practices, wetland hydrology and/or watershed management.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 QualificationsExperience coordinating work between multiple state and/or federal agencies or other governmental entities.Working knowledge of CWA Section 404 permitting and Section 401 Water Quality Certification process.Demonstrated ability to help develop and implement policy activities related to environmental protection.Proven written and verbal communication and human relations skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.Advanced technical skills in wetland mitigation, hydrology or other related fields.Proficiency with GIS.Physical RequirementsRequires 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 RequirementsPosition 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 EMPLOYERMinnesota 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.