Working Title: Household Hazardous Waste Specialist - Environmental Specialist 3
Job Class: Environmental Specialist 3
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 88356
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/22/2025
Closing Date : 09/11/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : RMAD Planning and Asst. Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 30% of the time
Salary Range: $30.80 - $45.47 / hourly; $64,310 - $94,941 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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: Duluth, 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 position exists to perform the support and implementation of financial agreements within the household hazardous waste (HHW) program. The position serves as the lead statewide HHW contract liaison between the Agency and HHW programs, very small quantity generators (VSQGs) and transporters and treatment/storage/disposal facilities. Key responsibilities include responding to internal and external questions related to the HHW program. The position also involves planning and administering training for HHW site operators and conducting audits at facilities around the state. Additionally, the position involves supporting data collection and analysis for HHW and solid waste programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in environmental protection, sustainability, environmental science, public policy, urban or community planning, chemistry, biology or a similar area and two years of professional sustainability and/or environmental protection experience.
OR
Three years professional-level sustainability and/or environmental protection experience.
AND the ability to:
Develop and implement work plans.
Independently complete assignments in a timely manner.
Understanding of the environmental regulatory process and procedures.
Effectively coordinate and serve as a team member and understand the environmental, social and economic impacts of solid waste.
Engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders and team members.
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 hazardous waste principles and regulatory structures and/or understanding of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program structure and operations.
Experience developing contracts and/or utilizing state contracts for purchasing goods or services.
Certifications or training related to hazardous waste or household hazardous waste management (example HAZWOPER certification, OSHA awareness, HHW/VSQG collection operations, DOT HAZMAT and RCRA)
Experience working with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs, policy development or legislative initiatives.
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with Local Units of Government and other stakeholders.
Experience delivering or administering training programs
Ability to understand and analyze related data and/or ability to set up systems to collect, manage and present data
Effective public presentation skills, ability to write technical reports and effectively communicate technical concepts in person and in writing.
Experience with grant and/or financial assistance programs
Experience working with diverse communities.
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
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.
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.
