Transportation Program Specialist 2-Environmental
Transportation Program Specialist 2-Environmental
Up to $66,795 annually
Duluth, MN
Provide assistance to ensure that highway construction and maintenance projects are developed in an environmentally sensitive manner by evaluating the risk for environmental impacts and preparing environmental documentation, wetland delineation and permitting, wildlife biology, ecology and erosion and sediment control best management practices for MnDOT District 1 to determine compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
WHY WORK FOR US
We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:
· 11 paid holidays per year
· Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
· Earn 13 days paid sick time
· Defined pension plan
· Paid life insurance
· Short & long-term disability available
· Training opportunities
· And more!
ABOUT MnDOT
We are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· A bachelor’s degree in Water Resources, Environmental Science (or closely related field) and one year of related experience; OR
Two years of professional experience in water resources, environmental science (or closely related field);
· Valid Class D driver’s license or equivalent.
Please include information on your resume that demonstrates your experience in the following areas:
· Knowledge of Federal and Minnesota environmental laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures
· Background writing environmental documents on issues such as wetlands and other natural resources
· Knowledge of wetland delineation principles, wetland permit requirements and wetland conservation
If you meet the above requirements, you will be assessed on the following during the interview:
· Human relations skills sufficient to effectively and diplomatically bring diverse individuals and groups together to achieve consensus among conflicting interests
APPLY ONLINE BY 6/9/2020:
- Go to www.mn.gov/careers/
- Click “External Applicants”.
- On the Job Search, enter the Job Opening ID 40438 in the Keywords search box and click Search.
- Click on the Job Title to view the job posting.
- Click Apply.
- When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Internet Job Board- Handshake
Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers/ will be considered.