State of Minnesota
Location
Duluth, MN | United States
Job description
Working Title: Technical Assistance and Energy Transitions Office Support
Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
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. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
This position carries out the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board’s authorities and oversight of the state’s Environmental Review (ER) Program. The primary role of this position is to 1) provide technical assistance on environmental review to responsible government units, project proposers, residents of Minnesota and petitioners, and others; 2) provide specific assistance to and collaboration with energy transition communities; and 3) support implementation of online services including the EQB Monitor submittal services and Environmental Review Projects Database.
As part of the ER staff team, the person in this position will develop expertise in ER policies and rules. They have a core responsibility of providing technical assistance, particularly to energy transition communities, and providing support to practitioners through understanding applicable statutes and rules. In addition, they will help ensure effective ongoing implementation of the online submittal services and the production of the weekly EQB Monitor. The incumbent will work with other ER program staff and the Executive Director to implement assigned projects – such as programmatic guidance, changes, and updates – that may include extensive teamwork and engagement with partners (State, Tribal, and local governments) and stakeholders.
Three (3) years of professional-level experience in leading or administering programs or projects in environmental regulation, assistance, management, or analysis; natural resources; land-use; urban/regional planning, or other related areas. A bachelor’s degree in environmental or related sciences, conservation, urban/regional planning, public affairs, public administration, or related fields, will substitute for one year of experience.
Knowledge of the environmental sciences and/or federal, state, and local environmental programs gained by education or experience.
Ability to understand the requirements of the Minnesota Environmental Policy Act and Minnesota Environmental Review Program.
Demonstrated skills in writing, editing and organizing materials.
Strong customer service skills to respond to questions from external parties and the ability to provide them with working knowledge of the state's environmental review process.
Demonstrated experience in technical writing sufficient to develop Environmental Review Program guidance and educational materials
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency/Environmental Quality Board 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.
Experience with Minnesota’s environmental review process or other federal or state-level environmental review programs
Experience with state agency and/or local government environmental programs and policies sufficient to provide effective assistance to state and local agencies, businesses, environmental interest groups and the public.
Ability to understand the regulations, methods, and practices used in a broad range of environmental assessments.
Ability to prepare and present technical presentations that are understandable by the general public and local government officials.
Knowledge of the environmental sciences and/or federal, state, and local environmental programs gained by education or experience.
Experience working on projects involving quality assurance and data management.
Ability to summarize technical information into documents and presentations.
Ability to plan, develop, and present training on a range of topics using a variety of tools and methodologies.
Ability to assess training needs and priorities and to receive and translate feedback received about training into actionable strategies and recommendations.
Demonstrated meeting facilitation experience.
Requires occasionally moving such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or moving light objects frequently. A job is in this category may require maintaining a stationary position to a significant degree or may involve a certain amount of moving necessary in carrying out job duties.
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.
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If you have questions about the position, contact Donovan Baugh at [email protected].
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The Environmental Quality Board is a multi-member board of 9 state agency Commissioners and 8 citizen members. The EQB oversees and administers Minnesota’s environmental review program. In addition, we provide leadership and coordination across agencies on priority environmental issues that are multi-jurisdictional, and multi-dimensional, as well as provide for opportunities for public access and engagement.
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:
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:
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 [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.
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