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Rules Coordinator - Planner Senior State

State of Minnesota • Rochester, MN • 1d ago

Working Title: Rules Coordinator - Planner Senior State

Job Class: Planner Senior State

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

Job ID : 87923

Location : Various

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Limited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 08/04/2025

Closing Date : 08/25/2025

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

Division/Unit : Agency Rules 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

Job Class Option : Environmental Review

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

End Date : 06/30/2027

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

*This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, 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 is a temporary unclassified position anticipated to go from September 2025 to June 30, 2027, (possible extension through September 2028 depending on business needs).

The purpose of this position is to manage moderate to complex rulemaking projects in all media (air, land, water, cross media). Rule coordinators at the MPCA work with technical staff, legal services, the Office of Administrative Hearings, and the public to conduct rulemaking about a wide range of environmental topics. Rulemaking is the public process to develop specific regulations from broader laws and authorities. In the next few years, the MPCA will conduct rulemakings around PFAS, Cumulative Impacts, Feedlots and other topics at the direction of the Legislature and Commissioner. People who are interested in environmental issues but do not have a scientific or technical background can thrive in this role.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years professional experience in project management sufficient to track and manage multiple projects and lead and direct teams across multiple deadlines

Bachelor's degree and two years professional experience in project management sufficient to track and manage multiple projects and lead and direct teams across multiple deadlines

AND

Advanced writing skills sufficient to communicate (often technically complex) rules and information in a clear and concise manner.

Accomplished in using Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, and PowerPoint, and the ability to format long documents.

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

Direct experience with public engagement in Environmental Justice Areas (as defined in Laws of Minnesota 2023, chapter 60, article 8, section 3 [116.065]) or other underserved communities.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to establish effective relationships with agency staff, interest groups and the general public.

Training or experience in conducting public comment and public hearing processes.

Analytical skills sufficient to be applied to a wide variety of assignments including policy planning and environmental regulation.

General knowledge of environmental sciences.

Formal training in planning, political science, systems thinking or process improvement.

Coursework or experience in administrative law.

Coursework or experience in environmental policy issues.

Training or experience in creating accessible documents and meetings.

Adobe proficiency.

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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