Working Title: West Feedlot Unit Supervisor

Job Class: Pollution Control Specialist Principal

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 84516

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/12/2025

• Closing Date : 04/02/2025

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

• Division/Unit : Watershed / West Feedlot Unit

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $38.96 - $58.20 / hourly; $81,348 - $121,521 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• 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: St. Paul, Brainerd, Detroit Lakes, Rochester, 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 develop, lead, and supervise staff in the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Feedlot Section, West Feedlot Unit. This position is responsible for Feedlot Section activities in the assigned areas of the state and for other section-wide activities to ensure services are delivered according to agency standards and activities are conducted to protect and improve the environment and human health.

Minimum Qualifications

A) One (1) year of supervisory experience in environmental protection/pollution control, including permitting and/or compliance or enforcement activities.

OR

B) Two (2) years of advanced professional experience in environmental protection/pollution control, including permitting or compliance and enforcement. Examples for internal candidates –(Environmental Specialist 4, Planner Principal, Hydrologist 2, Engineer 2 Graduate, Research Scientist 2, or related classes).

OR

C) Three (3) years of experience in environmental protection/pollution control equivalent to an Environmental Specialist 3 level or senior level work directing permitting or compliance and enforcement.

OR

D) Equivalent combination of the above.

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 state and federal water regulatory programs and requirements, especially feedlot rules and regulations.

Leadership skills to effectively supervise, coach, train, motivate, recognize success, and lead staff and teams through complex challenges in a dynamic regulatory and policy context.

Strong project management and organizational skills to guide and direct multiple complex projects at the same time, set goals and objectives, improve processes, and facilitate change.

Skills to guide and support others through collaborative problem-solving and conflict resolution including with internal agency partners, other state agencies, external parties, and stakeholders.

Experience with state feedlot permitting and compliance and enforcement activities, including negotiating complex or controversial enforcement actions.

Experience and ability to work cooperatively with Minnesota counties, USEPA, tribal nations, public and private entities and sector-based teams to develop environmental policies and procedures and promote environmental protection.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as meeting materials 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.

Individuals with disabilities in need of a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, should contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 (tel:6512593637) or the posting agency’s ADA Coordinator at Vonnie.Phillips@state.mn.us .

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.