Municipal Wastewater Unit Supervisor - Pollution Control Specialist Principal

Working Title: Municipal Wastewater Unit Supervisor

Job Class: Pollution Control Specialist Principal

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job : 91571
• Location: Various*
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/12/2026
• Closing Date: 03/04/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MMA
• Division/Unit: Municipal Division / Municipal Wastewater Section
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 10% of the time
• Salary Range: $39.54 - $59.07 / hourly; $82,559 - $123,338 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• 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:
Brainerd, Detroit Lakes, or Duluth

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.

As a Municipal Wastewater Unit Supervisor at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), you will perform duties associated with supervising staff implementing water quality rules and regulations applicable to municipal wastewater treatment systems located in central Minnesota. These duties include but are not limited to: administration of the unit including hiring, developing training plans, resolving staff personnel issues, establishing and evaluating performance;

directing the work of staff trained in a variety of technical disciplines including prioritizing tasks, problem solving, and providing guidance; collaboration with other Section and Program leadership on shared processes; and identifying, evaluating, and implementing process efficiencies.

The position is responsible for oversight of all municipal wastewater regulatory work in the Central Region, including engineer reviews, permitting, and compliance and enforcement. Additionally, this position currently serves as the Wastewater Section leadership subject matter expert on impaired waters, water quality trading, wastewater permitting, and supporting Water Quality Standard (WQS) rule making and implementation in permits.

This position maintains collaborative and collegial relationships with other agency leaders and state and federal agency partners.

A) One (1) year of supervisory experience in environmental protection/pollution control.

OR

B) Two (2) 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).

OR

C) Three (3) 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.

OR

D) Equivalent combination of the above.

AND

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 OPT 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 required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Strong working knowledge of domestic wastewater treatment systems and applicable federal and state water quality regulatory frameworks and policies.

Experience performing water quality compliance and enforcement duties, State Disposal System (SDS)/National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting…