Job Information
State of Minnesota Recycling Market Development - Planner Principal State in Buffalo, Minnesota
Working Title: Recycling Market Development - Planner Principal State
Job Class: Planner Principal State
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 85296
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/09/2025
Closing Date : 04/30/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : RMAD SustainMaterial MgmtUnit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 5% of the time
Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
Job Class Option : Environmental Assistance
Classified Status : Classified
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
*This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position exists to plan, implement, and develop the State’s Recycling Market Development (RMD) program as required by the Waste Management Act and other applicable state and federal statutes, and to serve as one of MPCA’s statewide technical experts in recycling and the development of markets for recyclable materials. The position also serves as a high-level project manager that integrates work across programs to meet agency strategic goals, especially as it relates to Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) and solid waste policy and planning, increased recycling, and recycling market development. Primary activities include:
Assist private and public entities to develop markets for recyclable materials.
Project Leader to plan, implement, and develop work in markets for recyclable materials and assist businesses to use recycled feedstock under the Waste Management Act, The Toxic Pollution Prevention Act and other state and federal statutes.
Provide program and state RMD expertise.
Provide technical and business assistance with proposed projects, collect and analyze data, and report strategic program outcomes.
Administer the Agency activities associated with the Solid Waste System in Minnesota.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years advanced professional experience planning, implementing, and evaluating work and/or initiatives in the areas of sustainable materials management, solid waste, recycling, and/or a similar field. (A bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, environmental sciences, public health, public policy , or related field can substitute for 1 year of experience)
AND
Ability or experience in leading project teams, tracking progress and managing toward the achievement of a common goal in a specified timeframe.
Experience in project management and developing and implementing plans, projects, and deliverables effectively.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate in written and oral communication with different kinds of audiences.
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
Demonstrated understanding of business and finance.
Demonstrated experience with or understanding of the technical aspects of recycling and manufacturing.
Demonstrated experience working with RMD programs, principals and systems.
Demonstrated understanding of waste prevention, reuse, recycling and organics management.
Knowledge of environmental regulatory structures and the Waste Management Act.
Experience with environmental program development and leading multiple high-level projects at once.
Understanding of the concepts of environmental justice and equity, and experience in applying these concepts to program development and implementation.
Education or experience in data analysis sufficient to work with technical staff during the planning processes.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a team and with entities and stakeholders external to the team.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.