Planner Principal State - Environmental Project Coordinator

Planner Principal State - Environmental Project Coordinator

Job Class: Planner Principal State

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

Job ID: 93508

Location: Various

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Closing Date: 04/28/2026

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

Division/Unit: RMAD ENV REVIEW UNIT

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually

Job Class Option: Environmental

Classified Status: Classified

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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 fulfill the responsibilities of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) pertaining to environmental review under the Minnesota Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) and the rules of the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EBQ). The position acts as the Environmental Review (ER) Project Manager (PM) for the preparation of Environmental Assessment Worksheets (EAWs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) for projects and coordinates the activities of technical staff teams responsible for the timely review of EAWs, EIS, permit applications and the development of proposed permits. The Project Manager also advises the staff of the MPCA and other agencies concerning ER requirements that apply to various projects and represents the MPCA in meetings and in other communications with project proposers, the public and federal, state and local government officials.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years advanced professional experience planning, implementing, and evaluating work and/or initiatives in the area of environmental impact. (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.

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

Knowledge of environmental regulatory structures.

Experience developing contracts and/or utilizing state contracts for purchasing goods or services.

Experience developing policy and/or working on legislative initiatives.

Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with Local Units of Government and other stakeholders.

Experience leading teams.

Experience with climate impacts, adaptation, resiliency and mitigation, and greenhouse gas emissions.

Experience with environmental program development and leading multiple high-level projects at once, including activities such as developing and conducting public input processes and community engagement, and incorporating community and stakeholder input into policy and program development and implementation, writing reports and correspondence, and evaluating program results.

Understanding of the concepts of environmental justice and equity, and experience in applying these concepts to program development and implementation.

Education or experience in data analysis is sufficient to work with technical staff during the planning processes.

Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a team and with entities and stakeholders external to the team, including at public meetings.

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

Position duties may require travel but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver's license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.

It is the policy of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal History Check
• Education Verification
• Employment Reference / Records Check
• License / Certification Verification where applicable

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.