Solid Waste Permitting Unit Supervisor - Pollution Cont Spec Prin

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* Working Title:

Solid Waste Permitting Unit Supervisor - Pollution Cont Spec Prin*
* ** Job Class:
Pollution Control Specialist Principal*
* ** Agency:
Pollution Control Agency*
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** Job ** : 96441

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** Location** :
Various

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 09/01/2026

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** Closing Date** : 09/21/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MMA

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** Division/Unit** : RMAD Solid Waste Section

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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

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** Salary Range:**  $40.23 - $60.10 / hourly; $84,000 - $125,488 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** FLSA Status** :
Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
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 provides unit supervision, technical and administrative management, and guidance to staff in the Solid Waste Permit Unit. This position is responsible for ensuring that the solid waste program and 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. Determine current and long-range needs and the recommended alternatives courses of action to the solid waste management system in Minnesota.

Additionally, the incumbent is expected to support and assist the Section Manager in meeting the section's and division's goals and objectives. The incumbent is expected to be an active and positive member of the agency's Leadership Team.

All MPCA Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop competency themes from the Leadership Competency Model. ()

** Minimum Qualifications*
* 1) One year of supervisory experience in environmental protection/pollution control,

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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).

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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.

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4) Equivalent combination of the above.

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

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 environmental projects.

Knowledge of the structure, policies and procedures of local, state, and federal government.

Accomplished project management skills to guide and direct complex 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.

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…