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Working Title: Stream Crew Leader
Job Class: Environmental Specialist 1
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
*** This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacancies located in the Brainerd office. ***
Typically, incumbents in this role will leave to conduct field work on Monday morning and return on Thursday evening (from our
Brainerd office). They will be in travel status, working in greater Minnesota to assist the biological monitoring staff sample 150 to 300 sites on rivers and streams in 3 to 6 major watersheds each field season. Lodging, state vehicle, and meals are provided.
Monitoring work occurs from May to September.
The incumbent will conduct field sampling and data reporting in concert with a team of MPCA professional biologists, lead crews of 1-4 seasonal staff to sample fish, invertebrates, water chemistry, flow, and habitat in Minnesota streams to assess their condition.
Duties include:
Reconnaissance of biological sampling sites
Lead a crew of 1-4 seasonal staff to sample approximately 50 sites per year for fish, invertebrates, habitat, and water chemistry in order to assess water quality of Minnesota's streams
Help maintain field equipment, train students, and keep field records
Enter and manage data on Agency computers
Calculate summary data for each monitoring site and conduct QA/QC
Assist in conducting pre-assessment reviews of data
To learn more about our Water Monitoring Program, please click here .
This is a great experience if you are interested in working outdoors and learning about the environment. You will become familiar with MPCA protocols for sampling fish, invertebrates, and numerous water chemistry parameters. Prior lab or field experience through previous work and/or in a lab/school setting is helpful.
Please be sure to specifically mention your experience and/or related coursework in your resume and/or cover letter. We are unable to guess what you have or haven't learned based on a specific degree from a specific institution. This is a crew lead position, and the incumbent must possess good conflict resolution and communication skills. Interaction with the public is often necessary. Note that related coursework or professional experience in ichthyology, fisheries science, aquatic invertebrates, water chemistry or habitat should be highlighted.
Work hours are typically Monday through Thursday, 10-hour days with overnight travel. The incumbent must have the ability to work and collaborate with their team while in the field.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a water related science, environmental protection, or closely related field
OR a technical environmental degree (e.g., Natural Resources Technology A.A.S.) AND one year of technical/professional-level environmental protection experience
OR two years of technical/professional-level environmental protection experience
Ability to pass the MPCA fish identification test
Ability to work and collaborate with their team while in the field
Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).
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
Field experience electrofishing, sampling fish, invertebrates using MPCA standard operating procedures
Coursework in ichthyology, fisheries science, aquatic invertebrates, water chemistry or habitat
Leadership experience in prior work, civic, or school projects
Familiarity with biological indicators of water quality
Experience working with spreadsheets, statistical software packages, and word processing software
Experience and/or coursework using GPS and/or GIS equipment and software
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to perform field work associated with monitoring projects. This may include loading/unloading vehicles and boats with field equipment, carrying equipment to sites, launching boats, or portaging canoes. Frequently may need to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds in the water or over land. Capable of moderate physical exertion in summer heat and sun.
Additional Requirements
A driver's license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver's License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver's license AND a satisfactory DLR check. Requires a Class D Driver's License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Donovan Baugh at donovan.baugh@state.mn.us .
About Pollution Control Agency
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.
Job Details
Working Title: Stream Crew Leader
Job Class: Environmental Specialist 1
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 12/04/2023
- Closing Date: 01/17/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Environmental Analysis &Outcomes / North Biological Monitoring Unit
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Thursday
- Travel Required: Yes - Up to 100% of the time
- Salary Range: $22.61 - $32.71 / hourly; $47,209 - $68,298 / annually
- Classified Status: Unclassified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- End Date: 09/27/2024
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible: No
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
*** This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacancies located in the Brainerd office. ***
Typically, incumbents in this role will leave to conduct field work on Monday morning and return on Thursday evening (from our
Brainerd office). They will be in travel status, working in greater Minnesota to assist the biological monitoring staff sample 150 to 300 sites on rivers and streams in 3 to 6 major watersheds each field season. Lodging, state vehicle, and meals are provided.
Monitoring work occurs from May to September.
The incumbent will conduct field sampling and data reporting in concert with a team of MPCA professional biologists, lead crews of 1-4 seasonal staff to sample fish, invertebrates, water chemistry, flow, and habitat in Minnesota streams to assess their condition.
Duties include:
Reconnaissance of biological sampling sites
Lead a crew of 1-4 seasonal staff to sample approximately 50 sites per year for fish, invertebrates, habitat, and water chemistry in order to assess water quality of Minnesota's streams
Help maintain field equipment, train students, and keep field records
Enter and manage data on Agency computers
Calculate summary data for each monitoring site and conduct QA/QC
Assist in conducting pre-assessment reviews of data
To learn more about our Water Monitoring Program, please click here .
This is a great experience if you are interested in working outdoors and learning about the environment. You will become familiar with MPCA protocols for sampling fish, invertebrates, and numerous water chemistry parameters. Prior lab or field experience through previous work and/or in a lab/school setting is helpful.
Please be sure to specifically mention your experience and/or related coursework in your resume and/or cover letter. We are unable to guess what you have or haven't learned based on a specific degree from a specific institution. This is a crew lead position, and the incumbent must possess good conflict resolution and communication skills. Interaction with the public is often necessary. Note that related coursework or professional experience in ichthyology, fisheries science, aquatic invertebrates, water chemistry or habitat should be highlighted.
Work hours are typically Monday through Thursday, 10-hour days with overnight travel. The incumbent must have the ability to work and collaborate with their team while in the field.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a water related science, environmental protection, or closely related field
OR a technical environmental degree (e.g., Natural Resources Technology A.A.S.) AND one year of technical/professional-level environmental protection experience
OR two years of technical/professional-level environmental protection experience
Ability to pass the MPCA fish identification test
Ability to work and collaborate with their team while in the field
Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements).
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
Field experience electrofishing, sampling fish, invertebrates using MPCA standard operating procedures
Coursework in ichthyology, fisheries science, aquatic invertebrates, water chemistry or habitat
Leadership experience in prior work, civic, or school projects
Familiarity with biological indicators of water quality
Experience working with spreadsheets, statistical software packages, and word processing software
Experience and/or coursework using GPS and/or GIS equipment and software
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to perform field work associated with monitoring projects. This may include loading/unloading vehicles and boats with field equipment, carrying equipment to sites, launching boats, or portaging canoes. Frequently may need to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds in the water or over land. Capable of moderate physical exertion in summer heat and sun.
Additional Requirements
A driver's license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver's License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver's license AND a satisfactory DLR check. Requires a Class D Driver's License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Donovan Baugh at donovan.baugh@state.mn.us .
About Pollution Control Agency
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.
