Working Title: Climate Coordinator

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Job ID : 79418

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is only open to all qualified job seekers.

• Date Posted : 09/04/2024

• Closing Date : 09/17/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Division/Unit : Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division / Ag Conservation Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes (up to 10%)

• Salary Range: $36.71 - $54.60 / hourly; $76,650 - $114,004 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• 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

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 professional position exists to support the MDA’s mission, vision, and objectives by leading, managing, and overseeing the department’s programmatic operations and policy development as they relate to climate change mitigation, adaptation, and innovation. This position provides strategic input to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and Assistant Commissioners. This position supports implementation of state efforts to meet the Minnesota Climate Action Framework goals related to agriculture and working lands. This position leads department efforts to secure state and federal funding opportunities for climate initiatives, develops legislative proposals, serves on state level climate action teams, and collaborates with other agencies and departments on statewide climate work.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Three (3) years of professional work experience in project management or research in agricultural climate change topics. NOTE: A Bachelor's degree in Agricultural, Environmental Science, Climatology, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field and at least one (1) year of work experience.

Working knowledge of agricultural production and climate or resource conservation practices and management.

Working knowledge of government agencies and programs focused on agriculture, climate change and conservation.

Demonstrated experience in climate, agriculture, and natural working lands policy analysis and development.

The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Ability to travel and work throughout Minnesota, with occasional overnight travel required.

Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years of professional work experience in project management or research in agricultural climate change topics.

A Master's degree or higher in Agricultural or Environmental Science, Climatology, or Environmental Engineering.

Demonstrated experience working with climate-smart commodities and agricultural markets, on-farm renewable energy production, bio-based products, utilization of agricultural by-products, or continuous living cover crops.

Experience working with leaders in Minnesota agricultural or conservation organizations, public agencies, and private industry.

Experience with agricultural production and climate or resource conservation practices and management within Minnesota.

Detailed experience with and knowledge of federal conservation programs as well as state conservation, agricultural and environmental issues.

Physical Requirements

Field visits will entail moderate walking in outdoor conditions encountered potentially throughout all four seasons. Some lifting may be required, less than 50 lbs. Ability to work seated and on keyboard for long periods required.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components:

a. SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

b. Employment Reference Check

c. Driver’s License Check

d. Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

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.