Working Title: Water Assessment Manager
Job Class: Pollution Control Program Administrator
Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/14/2023
• Closing Date: 05/04/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-Managerial
• Division/Unit: EAO Division Managers
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $40.84 - $58.67 / hourly; $85,273 - $122,502 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: No
• Office Locations Available: Duluth, Brainerd, Detroit Lakes, St. Paul, Rochester, Mankato, Marshall
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position manages the Water Assessment Section and directs the development of water quality standards that protect human health and aquatic life and ensure that waters are suitable for uses like fishing, swimming, and drinking water. This position performs agency work on PFAS, evaluation of groundwater conditions, and agency work on potential, persistent, and emerging contaminants as well as toxic pollutants.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications:

A) Two years of experience supervising environmental activities in one of the following program areas: Water Quality, Air Quality, Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste, Environmental clean-up. Experience should include supervising staff; exercising fiscal control and/or preparing budgets; developing and implementing policies, procedures, criteria, and/or guidelines. Experience should be at the level of State classes Pollution Control Specialist Principal, Engineer Principal (supervisory) or equivalent. OR

B) Four years of advanced professional experience in an environmental program in one of the following program areas: Water Quality, Air Quality, Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste, Environmental clean-up. Experience should be at the level of Environmental Specialist 3/4, Hydrologist 2/3, Planner Principal State (Environmental), Engineer Senior, Engineering Specialist Senior, or equivalent. Experience must include demonstrated skill in the following areas: 1) Plan/implement strategies; 2) Interpret policy and regulations; 3) Motivate and lead employees effectively; 4) Work as a team member and leadership role in internal/external teams or work groups. OR

C) A combination of the above experience (A and B) determined to be equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Federal and state laws, regulations, and program requirements related to surface and groundwater management, water quality standards and effluent limits.
• State government, legislative and rulemaking processes, and public policy development.
• Government budgeting and financial management processes sufficient to coordinate and articulate budget proposals, prioritize, and manage budgets, monitor revenue, administer grants, and interpret budget reports.

Ability to:

• Communicate agency positions effectively to multiple audiences.
• Interpret complex policies and regulations .
• Collaborate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships between many levels within and outside the agency and in that context plan, implement, and coordinate climate change mitigation and adaptation.
• Create a diverse and inclusive working environment with internal and external parties. Manage priorities through a balance of long and short-term goals and objectives

Skills with:

• Managing or leading many complex projects and priorities to implement short- and long-term strategic goals and objectives.

• Human relations and interpersonal skills to work with a wide range of controversial and challenging public policy debates and decisions, build alliances, problem solve, and resolve conflicts.

• Managing, directing, and guiding staff in a multi-disciplined section of a statewide organization to ensure the work of the Water Assessment Section is accomplished within the required time frame with the highest degree of professionalism and accuracy.

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.

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kristi Streff at kristi.streff@state.mn.us or 651-757-2122.

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 Kristi Streff at kristi.streff@state.mn.us.

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:

• 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

Comprehensive Benefits

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:

• 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

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.