Working Title: Safer and Sustainable Products Unit Supervisor ~ Pollution Cont Spec Prin
Job Class: Pollution Control Specialist Principal
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 89951
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 11/01/2025
Closing Date : 11/21/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MMA
Division/Unit : RMAD Sustain&Environ Asst Sect
Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - up to 10%
Salary Range: $38.96 - $58.20 / hourly; $81,348 - $121,521 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
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, Duluth, Marshall, Mankato, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Brainerd.
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 unit supervision, technical and administrative management, and guidance to staff in the Safer and Sustainable Products Unit. This position is responsible for ensuring that green and safer product chemistry, toxics reduction, pollution prevention, the Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) and associated technical and financial assistance and outreach is administered effectively and efficiently, and that work is completed in a timely manner. It requires determining current and long-range needs and recommending alternative courses of action to the various programs and projects, along with supporting and assisting the Section Manager in meeting the section's and division's goals and objectives. This position is also expected to be an active and positive member of the agency's Leadership Team.
Minimum Qualifications
1) One year of supervisory experience in environmental protection/pollution control,
OR
2) Two years of advanced professional experience in environmental protection related to pollution prevention, safer product chemistry, hazardous waste reduction or toxic chemical reduction. Examples for internal candidates - ( Environmental Specialist 4, Planner Principal, State Program Administrator Principal, Hydrologist 2, Engineer 2 Graduate, Research Scientist 2, or related classes).
OR
3) Three years of environmental experience performing work equivalent to an Environmental Specialist 3 level or senior level work directing, designing AND developing pollution prevention policy and strategic initiatives or programs that include outreach and assistance elements to ensure voluntary reductions of pollution and/or compliance with regulations.
OR
4) Equivalent combination of the above.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. 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. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulatory frameworks related to pollution prevention and toxic chemical reductions and prohibitions.
Knowledge of the structure, policies and procedures of local, state, and federal government.
Accomplished project management skills to guide and direct a number of complex projects while supporting staff and problem solving laterally and vertically to determine appropriate actions.
Accomplished leadership and management skills to establish trust and effectively coach, train and lead peers in the use of problem solving and project management.
Communication/writing skills sufficient to clearly and tactfully communicate in a manner appropriated for the intended audience and that develops trust with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience coordinating with internal agency programs on identifying, developing and executing complex environmental projects.
The ability to establish an inclusive, professional and respectful work environment that celebrates diversity and is free of discrimination.
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.
It is the policy of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
License / Certification Verification where applicable
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.
