Air Compliance & Enforcemcent Inspector - Environmental Specialist

Position: Air Compliance & Enforcemcent Inspector - Environmental Specialist 1
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* Working Title:

Air Compliance & Enforcemcent Inspector - Environmental Specialist 1*
* ** Job Class:
Environmental Specialist 1*
* ** Agency:
Pollution Control Agency*
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** Job ** : 96815

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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** : 09/11/2026

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** Closing Date** : 09/24/2026

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

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** Division/Unit** : IND AIR COMPLIANCE UNIT 1

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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 30% of the time

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** Salary Range:**  $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ 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:
Brainerd or Detroit Lakes.

** 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:
Brainerd or Detroit Lakes.

This position exists to conduct permitted air pollutant emission facility inspections, respond to complaints, and conduct appropriate follow-up enforcement action when violations are identified. The incumbent analyzes compliance data collected by numerous methods for determination of compliance, and conducts appropriate follow-up with the regulated parties, including enforcement when needed. This position will apply knowledge of state and federal rules and programs related to air quality rule, permit, and policy requirements, and lead and provide support for compliance and enforcement activities.

The incumbent conducts investigations and evaluations relating to source air quality compliance, types and emissions rates of pollutants, and emission control technology, and related emission limits, standards, testing methods and operating requirements found in state and federal rules.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* 2-year environmental protection experience performing duties such as: analysis, sampling, exercising judgment, and relying on areas of specialized knowledge or 1 year of professional environmental protection experience.

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A Bachelor's degree in environmental protection or related science field.

**(Students in their final semester of college should apply for the position and can start after their graduation date.)*
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Ability to manage multiple projects.

Ability to gain understanding of the environmental regulator process and state and federal rules.

Basic computer skills with proficiency in Word and exposure to Excel and PowerPoint.

Good communication and human relations skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and team members.

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*
* Experience in performing compliance inspections and elevated enforcement actions.

Knowledge of the overall state and federal environmental regulatory framework related to environmental investigations and the Clean Air Act.

Ability to understand complex industry processes and rules/regulations.

Work effectively with people representing a broad spectrum of positions in business, government, and environmental groups.

Effectively represent the MPCA before a variety of groups relative to social, economic, and environmental issues.

Participated in one the state or agency's student leadership pipeline programs such as Right Track, Step Up, Urban Scholar, Star of the North or Increasing Diversity in Environmental Careers.

** Physical…