Environmental Document Writer - Transportation Program Specialist 3

The State of Minnesota seeks an Environmental Document Writer (Transportation Program Specialist 3) based in Duluth, MN, offering telework flexibility with weekly in-office meetings. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, preparing and reviewing documents, and gathering project information. Candidates should have three years of relevant experience and a valid Class D driver's license. This full-time role emphasizes regulatory knowledge and collaboration with project stakeholders.
About the position

The Environmental Document Writer position, classified as Transportation Program Specialist 3, is a critical role within the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). This position is based in Duluth, MN, and offers the flexibility of telework, requiring in-office attendance for meetings at least once a week. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide technical expertise in environmental documentation, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the development of policies and services that enhance the quality of life for all Minnesotans, reflecting the state's commitment to equity and inclusion. In this position, the Environmental Document Writer will be tasked with preparing and reviewing environmental documents, gathering necessary environmental information, and ensuring that all documentation adheres to the relevant laws and regulations. The role requires a strong understanding of the Transportation Project Development Process (TPDP) and the ability to extract and compile project information from various sources, including scoping documents and project plans. The position is full-time, with a standard work schedule from Monday to Friday, and does not require travel. Candidates must possess a valid Class D driver's license and have a minimum of three years of professional experience in water resources or environmental science, particularly in regulatory compliance. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience. The role also emphasizes the importance of background checks and reference checks as part of the hiring process, ensuring that all candidates meet the necessary qualifications and standards for employment.

Responsibilities
• Provide technical expertise in environmental documentation for MnDOT District 1.
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• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
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• Prepare and review environmental documents and gather necessary environmental information.
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• Extract and compile project information from various sources, including scoping documents and project plans.
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• Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to describe projects accurately in documentation.

Requirements
• Three years of professional experience in water resources and/or environmental science with an emphasis on regulatory compliance.
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• Experience working with Federal and Minnesota environmental laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures.
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• Knowledge in preparing environmental documents and reviewing environmental documents.
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• A valid Class D driver's license is required.

Nice-to-haves
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the Transportation Project Development Process (TPDP) as related to environmental documentation.
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• Advanced ability to gather project information from various sources to describe the project in the Early Notification Memo (ENM).
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• Experience preparing and reviewing environmental documents.

Benefits