Director Municipal/ Pollution Control Division Dir

Job Class: Pollution Control Division Director

Working Title: Director, Municipal

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 02/04/2022
• Closing Date : 03/04/2022
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-Managerial
• Division/Unit : MUNICIPAL DIVISION
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Yes Approx. 5%
• Salary Range: $44.86 - $64.35/hourly; $93,667 - $134,362/annually
• Classified Status : Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
• Location: Duluth, Brainerd, Detroit Lakes, St. Paul, Rochester, Mankato, Marshall
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: No

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is a state government agency within the executive branch of government. It strives to protect the environment and public health for the state through the delivery of key products and services in three main areas: environmental prevention, management and clean up. More specifically, the agency monitors environmental quality, offers technical and financial assistance, and enforces environmental regulations. Our mission is to “protect and improve the environment and human health.” We work collaboratively with individuals and communities throughout the state, partners in federal, state and local government, tribal governments, and with organizations and regulated parties to accomplish our goals. Within the MPCA there are seven divisions and seven office locations across Minnesota.

This opportunity is for the position to lead the Municipal Division activities of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in support of the strategic objectives of the agency. The position also helps provide overall agency direction and leadership through participation on the Commissioner’s Senior Management Team, and serves as an Executive Champion on at least one key cross-agency management team. The position directs management and oversight, in conjunction with the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner, of all the programs within the scope of the Municipal Division. The Municipal Division is responsible for regulating municipal wastewater and stormwater, construction stormwater, and subsurface sewage treatment system activities; they provide technical and financial assistance; and they are the program leads for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) wastewater, stormwater, and Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS).

This position is statutorily, unclassified under statue 43A.08 Subd.1a and serves at the discretion of the Commissioner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years of supervisory experience in an environmental program that demonstrates an understanding of the principals and practices of environmental protection sufficient to assess factors which impact the quality of the environment. OR
• Three years of managerial experience with oversight for the operations and/or implementation of environmental programs.
• Experience should include:
• A broad understanding of federal and state laws, rules and regulations relating to environmental protection and administrative activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills, and proven ability to simplify and communicate complex issues for varied audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Apply scientific principles to the implementation or operation of environmental programs.
• Manage human and fiscal resources.
• Develop and implement public policy.
• Direct and support change efforts for continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Managerial experience directly overseeing environmental programs.
• Experience in rulemaking efforts to ensure compliance with legal processes, deadlines, and transparency.
• Experience with or knowledge of the legislative process and related activities.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of federal and state environmental law and an understanding of current environmental issues as it relates to public policy and the Agency’s mission.
• Experience providing counsel or direction on environmental and operational matters regarding water resources issues.
• Demonstrated ability to apply scientific principles to the implementation or operation of environmental programs.
• Ability to balance financial issues, high-level political considerations, and strategic direction.
• Ability to share a clear vision and to think, plan and lead strategically.
• Ability to create a diverse and inclusive working environment with internal and external parties.
• Ability to successfully resolve controversial, sensitive, complex issues with diverse business partners.

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.

Driver's License 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 DLR 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.

Why Work For Us

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.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

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.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Suzette Henry at suzette.henry@state.mn.us.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. 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. Please indicate what assistance you need.