Working Title: Permit Engineer

Job Class: Engineer 1 or 2 Graduate

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 83217

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/14/2025

• Closing Date : 02/10/2025

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

• Division/Unit : Industrial / Air Quality Permits Section

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time

• Engineer 1 Graduate Salary Range: $26.62 - $39.28 / hourly; $55,582 - $82,016 / annually

• Engineer 2 Graduate Salary Range: $29.92 - $44.11 / hourly; $62,472 - $92,101 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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 posting is to fill multiple positions at either the Engineer 1 or 2 Graduate level at various MPCA locations

As a permit engineer at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, the position will implement Air Quality Permit Section Workplan activities to ensure compliance with federal and state environmental regulations. The position will manage permit issuances for assigned Air Quality facilities. This work includes development and coordination of permitting project schedules, determination of appropriate permit requirements, technical evaluation of proposals, drafting permits and associated documents, communication with permittees and interested parties, and development of presentations necessary for the successful processing of permit applications. The position will also provide technical review of engineering products associated with permits and enforcement cases to ensure compliance with permit requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer 1 Graduate Candidate:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or similar engineering field with an environmental emphasis from an accredited engineering college. (Students in their final semester of college should apply for the position and can start after their graduation date.)

Engineer 2 Graduate Candidate:

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or similar engineering field with an environmental emphasis from an accredited engineering college AND 18 months of engineering experience.

All Candidates:

Good communication and writing skills, effective human relations skills to work with clientele and staff; problem solving skills for resolving technical matters; ability to bring projects to conclusion.

Capable of gaining competency in environmental regulatory processes and procedures.

Basic computer skills, proficient in WORD and familiar with EXCEL.

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 engineering principals associated with technical and engineering review of planning, design and construction, permitting, compliance evaluation and enforcement of applicable rules.

Knowledge of state and federal statutes and rules.

Computer skills sufficient to use and learn databases (i.e. agency's enterprise database).

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with representatives of government agencies and the public.

Students who have participated in one of the state or agency’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

Some infrequent lifting of equipment and working out in the field in adverse weather conditions. Ability to conduct site visits at facilities which may involve climbing and/or stepping over obstacles and inspecting construction sites.

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 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.

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.