Working Title: State Prog Admin Prin - Program Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 95331
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/14/2026
Closing Date : 07/27/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : REM SUPERFUND UNIT 2
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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
*Locations available in the following MPCA office locations: Duluth, Brainerd, or St. Paul
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 coordinate the MPCA's St. Louis River Area of Concern (SLRAOC) program and provide superfund program support. This role coordinates the technical and administrative tasks of the SLRAOC program with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR), the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and the Fond du Lac (FdL) Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and coordinates activities and reporting with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This position will also lead the listing and delisting activities applicable to the Minnesota Permanent List of Priorities (PLP) process and provide TEMPO guidance to the larger Superfund Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of professional or two years advanced professional experience working with an environmental or sustainability focused program (regulatory or assistance). Advanced professional experience includes a demonstrated progressive level of responsibility and leadership experience. (Advanced professional-level experience is equivalent to Planner Senior State, Environmental Specialist 3, State Program Administrator Senior, or equivalent level work).
Experience developing and administering programs from initiation through conclusion.
Experience leading a variety of teams and projects to successful outcomes.
Experience in communicating information with broad audiences.
Advanced writing, verbal communication, and critical thinking skills.
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:
The Area of Concern program and the Great Lake Restoration Initiative
Local, state and federal environmental laws, regulations and policies related to environmental investigations and remediation/ clean-up of contaminated properties, including state and federal Superfund law.
Experience in:
Building strong relationships and a network of state, federal, Tribal, and stakeholder partners for collaboration on a project or program.
Project and program management.
Interpreting, implementing and/or developing policy and regulations.
Document management and archiving.
Communicating complex information to government entities, industry and the public through direct outreach, campaigns, presentations, and/or written materials.
Government contracting processes and contract management.
Data analysis and data management experience sufficient to identify and report information that is critical to program issues and decision-making.
Prioritizing equity and environmental justice considerations into program implementation.
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.
