Working Title: Climate Smart Food Systems Program Lead Vehicles - Planner Principal State

Job Class: Planner Principal State

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 84812

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/14/2025

• Closing Date : 04/03/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE

• Division/Unit : RMAD Community&BusinessSusUnt

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time

• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• 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 provide policy expertise and inter- and intra-agency coordination on the Vehicle/Equipment Replacement Program for the Minnesota Climate Smart Food System Initiative (CSFS). The Minnesota CSFS Initiative is a suite of programs focused on a holistic approach to reduce climate pollution and build equity in Minnesota’s food systems. The CSFS Initiative is funded by a 5-year grant through the Environmental Protection Agency’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) program. This position provides policy leadership related to the Vehicle/Equipment Replacement Program. This position works closely with the Climate Smart Food Systems Initiative Coordinator to implement the assigned area of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years advanced professional experience planning, implementing, and evaluating work and/or initiatives in the areas of food and organic waste reduction or recycling, energy decarbonization, environmental protection, industrial innovation, and/or a similar field. (A bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, environmental sciences, geography, sustainability, public health, public policy, or related field can substitute for 1 year of experience)

AND

Ability or experience in leading project teams, tracking progress and managing toward the achievement of a common goal in a specified timeframe.

Experience in project management and developing and implementing plans, projects, and deliverables effectively.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate in written and oral communication with various audiences.

Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional experience planning and implementing grant programs and/or leading public input processes

Knowledge of climate change pollution reduction policies and strategies, with a particular focus on vehicles and equipment.

Experience working with grants, either grant-making, managing grant-funded work, or both.

Ability to work with groups of people with different perspectives and interests on shared projects and programs.

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.

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.