Project Coordinator - Environmental Specialist 3

The Project Coordinator - Environmental Specialist 3 role at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency involves managing projects in the Petroleum Brownfields Program, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and providing technical assistance for contaminated property development. Candidates need a degree in environmental science and relevant experience. The position offers telework eligibility, training opportunities, and requires effective stakeholder communication and project management skills.
About the position

The Project Coordinator - Environmental Specialist 3 position at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency involves managing projects within the Petroleum Brownfields Program. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with state rules and statutes while providing technical assistance and legal assurances for contaminated property development. The position requires effective coordination with diverse stakeholders and a strong understanding of environmental regulations and project management principles.

Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive project management of sites enrolled in the MPCA Brownfields Program.
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• Issue legal assurances and provide technical assistance under State statute.
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• Approve response actions to mitigate risk to human health during the development of contaminated properties.
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• Develop and implement work plans for environmental projects.
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• Engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders and team members.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in an environmental science area and two years of professional experience in environmental protection or pollution control and project management.
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• OR three years of professional-level experience in environmental protection or pollution control and project management.
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• Ability to develop and implement work plans.
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• Understanding of the environmental regulatory process and procedures.
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• Ability to independently complete assignments in a timely manner.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in Brownfield assessment and environmental investigations and cleanup.
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• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
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• Demonstrated ability to conclude projects based on data.
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• Experience with public communications on health or environmental projects.
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• Customer service skills and abilities.

Benefits
• Telework eligibility
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• Training and development opportunities
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• Support resources for employees