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401 Project Coordinator - Environmental Specialist 2

State of Minnesota • Hastings, MN • 2d ago

Working Title: 401 Project Coordinator - Environmental Specialist 2

Job Class: Environmental Specialist 2

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

Job ID : 91861

Location : Various

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02/06/2026

Closing Date : 02/26/2026

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: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / 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 review permit applications and issue certifications as appropriate within the Section 401 Water Quality Certification program. The Section 401 program works to protect Minnesota's state waters through project review and certification alongside the federal permitting process. The program reviews a wide variety of projects across the state, including transportation and utility projects, new developments, and habitat restorations. Staff in the 401 program work with a wide variety of other agencies and applicants.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years environmental experience in water-related rules and regulations and a working knowledge of water pollution control mechanisms, best management practices, wetland hydrology and/or watershed management.

A Bachelor's degree in Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Water Resources, Ecology, or in other closely-related environmental fields and 1 year of environmental experience in water-related rules and regulations and a working knowledge of water pollution control mechanisms, best management practices, wetland hydrology and/or watershed management.

AND

Ability to manage multiple projects.

Ability to gain understanding of the environmental regulatory process and state and federal rules.

Basic computer skills with proficiency in Word and exposure to Excel and PowerPoint.

Good communication and human relations skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and team members.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas including F-1 STEM OTP 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 require employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience coordinating work between multiple state and/or federal agencies or other governmental entities.

Working knowledge of CWA Section 404 permitting and Section 401 Water Quality Certification process.

Demonstrated ability to write project conditions related to environmental protection.

Proven written and verbal communication and human relations skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Advanced technical skills in wetland mitigation, hydrology or other related fields.

Proficiency with GIS.

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.

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