Working Title: Pollution Control Spec Prin - Special Materials Compliance and Enforcement Unit Supervisor
Job Class: Pollution Control Specialist Principal
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 95241
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/09/2026
Closing Date : 07/29/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MMA
Division/Unit : RMAD Solid Waste Section
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time
Salary Range: $40.23 - $60.10 / hourly; $84,000 - $125,488 / 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
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 may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato.
This position provides unit supervision, technical and administrative management, and guidance to staff in the Special Materials Compliance and Enforcement Unit. This position provides leadership and coordination for compliance & enforcement (C&E) as well as education and outreach for various contaminants of concern and consumer products. The position ensures that relevant program procedures are effectively and efficiently administered in accordance with established technical standards, and that work is completed in an effective and timely manner. This position determines the current and long-range needs and manages staff effectively to meet goals. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to support and assist the Section Manager in meeting the sections and division's goals and objectives. The incumbent is expected to be an active and positive member of the agency's Leadership Team as well as the Enforcement Lateral Team.
All MPCA Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop competency themes from the Leader Competency Model (https://mn.gov/mmb/leadership-learning-hub/) .
Minimum Qualifications
1) One year of supervisory experience in environmental protection/pollution control,
OR
2) Two years of advanced professional experience in environmental protection/pollution control. Examples for internal candidates - (Environmental Specialist 4, Planner 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 criteria for permits, enforcement, negotiation, or environmental programs.
OR
4) Equivalent combination of the above
Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).
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
Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulatory frameworks and their applicability to compliance and enforcement and environmental projects.
Knowledge of the structure, policies and procedures of local, state, and federal government.
Accomplished project management skills to guide and direct complex compliance and enforcement projects while supporting staff and problem solving laterally and vertically to determine appropriate actions.
Accomplished leadership and management skills to effectively coach, train and lead peers in the use of problem solving and project management.
Ability to plan and lead education and outreach efforts
Communication/writing skills sufficient to clearly and tactfully communicate in a manner appropriate for the intended audience.
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.
