Working Title: Management Analyst
Job Class: Management Analyst 2
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 91888
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/03/2026
Closing Date : 02/23/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : Environmental Analysis & Outcomes / Environmental Data Management Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually
Job Class Option : Data Management
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
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: St. Paul, Brainerd, Duluth, Detroit Lakes, Rochester, 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 is located in the Environmental Data Management Unit and exists to perform data management related to the receipt, transformation, and storage of electronic data deliverables (EDD). It is also responsible for directed retrieval of data stored in the Environmental Quality Information Storage (EQuIS). This database stores primarily field and laboratory data from the MPCA other enterprise agencies. The role serves as a central liaison among laboratories, project managers, quality assurance staff, IT, and external partners to troubleshoot data flow and format issues and enforce data standards. This position provides technical expertise, guidance, and support to internal staff and external stakeholders, playing a central role the agencies data management strategy. Core duties include overseeing organization and storage of electronic data deliverables (EDDs), facilitating error resolution, coordinating annual watershed data reviews, processing data requests and reports, supporting continuous improvement of the EQuIS system, and providing training and guidance to data submitters.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of advanced administrative or technical experience supporting database management, including loading data, reviewing errors, and retrieving data.
OR
Two (2) years of professional experience in supporting database management and performing data management/analysis.
A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Information technology or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Proficiency with computers and software applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook or similar applications) sufficient to create and interpret quality work products of environmental data, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and correspondence.
Demonstrated effective communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a team member.
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
Demonstrated project management and project development skills, ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and ability to meet deadlines.
Knowledge of environmental data systems such as EQuIS, and how programs use the system for standardization and efficiency.
Knowledge of federal and state data management reporting requirements and its applicability to programs.
Problem-solving skills sufficient to capture business needs and recommend adjustments based on data analysis.
Experience querying and reporting of data for large data bases, project planning, implementation, management, and identifying and measuring outcomes with records management experience.
Knowledge of environmental data collection or sampling and analysis.
Knowledge of data governance practices, policies, and data standards.
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.
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.
