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Working Title: Environmental Specialist - Environmental Specialist 2

Job Class: Environmental Specialist 2

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

+ **Job ID** : 86848

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 06/24/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 07/08/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : REM EAST METRO UNIT

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **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

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 assist project staff with the Private Well Program and grant management in the East Metro Unit of the Remediation Division. The primary focus of the East Metro Unit is to implement actions necessary to respond to PFAS releases in the east metropolitan area (East Metro) of the Twin Cities as a result of the 2018 Settlement between the State of Minnesota and 3M (Settlement).

This position will assist senior staff with the Private Well Program that includes extensive communication with private well owners, coordination with contractors, and data management for private well sampling and other environmental assessment projects conducted under terms of the Settlement. This position will also be responsible for assisting senior staff with implementing approved projects, including grant management, under the terms of the Settlement and the Conceptual Drinking Water Supply Plan developed for the East Metro.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

AND

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.

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 with public communications efforts regarding health impacts from contaminants and environmental projects.

Strong organizational skills.

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

Ability to work independently and prioritize daily work in alignment with larger project goals and deliverables.

Ability to take work direction from senior staff or supervisor and proactively communicate with team or others, when appropriate.

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.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.