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Surface Water Monitoring Specialist

Posted: February 1, 2020 by MAEE Administration

Category: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency

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Surface Water Monitoring Specialist
Job Type
  • Full Time
Organization Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Job Description

Job Summary

This position has a wide range of responsibilities including river and stream monitoring field work, data management and analysis, support of local partners, and results communication in multiple formats.  This position is based out of the Detroit Lakes office.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an Environmental Protection or related field;

OR

Two (2) years of professional-level environmental protection experience.

AND

Ability to manage multiple projects and associated people at different levels of complexity.

Excellent time management skills.

Ability to gain an understanding of watershed, river, and stream processes.

Ability to gain an understanding of water monitoring programs and technology.

Basic computer and database skills.

Effective communication, writing, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to take direction, follow standard operating procedures, manage and prioritize multiple assignments, and work effectively independently and on teams to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Ability to travel up to 40%.

Valid Driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience in prior work, civic or school projects.
Familiarity with physical, chemical, and biological indicators of water quality.

Experience doing environmental fieldwork.

Experience and/or course work in statistical and data visualization programs.

Experience and/or course work using GIS.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to perform field work associated with monitoring projects. This will include loading/unloading vehicles with field equipment, working from bridges where traffic may be present, occasional work on frozen rivers when conditions permit, wading in streams, and working on potentially unstable stream banks. Capable of some physical exertion in both summer heat and sun, and winter cold. Work can take place in inclement weather.

Driver's License 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.

Why Work For Us

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.

The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts. We emphasize work-life balance, and strive to have inclusive workplace for everyone.

Location Detroit Lakes, MN
Expires 2020-02-03
Link https://careers.mn.gov/psp/hcm92apc/MNCAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=38440&PostingSeq=1&languageCd.com
MAEE Partner Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Surface Water Monitoring Specialist
  • Full Time
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Location: Detroit Lakes, MN
Expires: 2020-02-03
Link: https://careers.mn.gov/psp/hcm92apc/MNCAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=38440&PostingSeq=1&languageCd.com
MAEE Partner: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Job Description:

Job Summary

This position has a wide range of responsibilities including river and stream monitoring field work, data management and analysis, support of local partners, and results communication in multiple formats.  This position is based out of the Detroit Lakes office.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an Environmental Protection or related field;

OR

Two (2) years of professional-level environmental protection experience.

AND

Ability to manage multiple projects and associated people at different levels of complexity.

Excellent time management skills.

Ability to gain an understanding of watershed, river, and stream processes.

Ability to gain an understanding of water monitoring programs and technology.

Basic computer and database skills.

Effective communication, writing, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to take direction, follow standard operating procedures, manage and prioritize multiple assignments, and work effectively independently and on teams to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Ability to travel up to 40%.

Valid Driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience in prior work, civic or school projects.
Familiarity with physical, chemical, and biological indicators of water quality.

Experience doing environmental fieldwork.

Experience and/or course work in statistical and data visualization programs.

Experience and/or course work using GIS.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to perform field work associated with monitoring projects. This will include loading/unloading vehicles with field equipment, working from bridges where traffic may be present, occasional work on frozen rivers when conditions permit, wading in streams, and working on potentially unstable stream banks. Capable of some physical exertion in both summer heat and sun, and winter cold. Work can take place in inclement weather.

Driver's License 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.

Why Work For Us

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.

The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts. We emphasize work-life balance, and strive to have inclusive workplace for everyone.

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