Salary : $101,096.32 – $110,470.88 Annually
Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2023-00621
Department: Public Works – Storm Water
Division: PW WR Stormwater Design
Opening Date: 09/01/2023
Closing Date: 9/17/2023 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
Under supervision provide coordination of the City’s and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board’s efforts to comply with Federal, State, and Local regulations for storm-water management and surface water management and work cooperatively with the overall planning and programming for City’s surface water, storm-water and sanitary sewer systems.
Resume Required – You must attach an updated resume to your application.
Work Location – This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate and track the implementation and administration of the City’s and MPRB’s NPDES Phase 1 MS4 Permit under the federal Clean Water Act and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Permit to meet regulatory requirements and deadlines.
• Promote continuous Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) improvements, and coordinate SWMP updates.
• Provide day-to-day coordination of selected SWMP activities and programs, including (but not limited to) the following:
- Pollutant source control at City and MPRB facilities and coordination of their Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.
- Illicit discharge detection and elimination
- Public and private stormwater treatment devices compliance, including inspections, enforcement and modeling.
- Public outreach and education
- Staff training
• Assist in the administration of the City’s Stormwater Utility and Utility Credits Program.
• Planning, documenting and benchmarking the City’s Stormwater programs needs.
• Develop reporting framework and reporting deliverables, and prepare Annual Report on the Minneapolis SWMP for submission to MPCA.
• Work with relevant teams across the City and provide guidance to ensure compliance with Federal and State water resource regulations.
• Participate in meetings and initiatives on water resource protection, policies, programs and issues with watershed organizations, departments, outside agencies, and community or other groups. Build and establish relationships.
• Carry out research, prepare or supervise reports, planning documents and mapping projects for presentation to agencies, elected officials and the public.
• Assist the Division management team on overall planning and programming for surface water, stormwater and sanitary sewer capital and operations programs.
• Provide day-to-day coordination of administrative and bureaucratic functions related to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, watershed organizations, and other Federal or State regulatory programs. Track updates, processes and deadlines. Participate in meetings. Provide review and comment on various reports and permits. Coordinate submission of comments to meet regulatory.
• Serve as liaison to Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, Mississippi Watershed, Bassett Creek and Shingle Creek watershed organizations for water resource protection, policies, programs and issues.
• Provide information to elected officials. Interact with departments, outside agencies and community organizations. Build and establish relationships.
• Represent a coordinated Minneapolis Public Works at a variety of meetings, hearings and proceedings.
• Develop and deliver presentations to internal and external agencies, City committees, and community organizations. Prepare recommendations for City Council committees.
• Establish and manage contracts for professional services. Develop specifications, plans and bid documents.
• Prepare budget requests, track budget, and approve expenditures.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Earth Science, Biological Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Public Health, or a related field or equivalent.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
Five years of experience which includes progressively responsible supervisory experience, and experience in water quality education, regulatory processes, permits, and storm-water treatment practices.
EQUIVALENCY:
An equivalent combination of education/training and work experience may be considered.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Must possess and continue to maintain a valid Driver’s License.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the City Supervisors Association For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire (one) months after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Advanced degree desirable
• Knowledge of water resources topics, issues, quality and quantity principles, practices, and their application.
• Knowledge modern software, including data management, analysis and mapping using GIS.
• Ability to lead, organize and manage multiple projects and priorities, manage workload, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop and implement long-range plans and programs.
• Experience with developing and implementing water resource public education and staff training programs.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws related to water resource pollution and protection and understanding of a municipality’s legal responsibilities and obligations.
• Experience with storm-water treatment engineering and design, construction, or design review.
• Knowledge of water quality modeling principles and tools.
• Good understanding of the functions and processes of municipal government.
• Ability to understand policy and management implications of program issues and make recommendations.
• Ability to work with people with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent analytical, facilitation, interpersonal, creative, negotiation, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to present ideas accurately, effectively, and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, assign and supervise work and manage personnel and consultants.
• Ability to compile and analyze data and results, and prepare and present reports.
• Ability to develop grant proposals and manage grants.
• Knowledge of budget and financial tracking.
• Knowledge of procurement bidding and award procedures, and contract management.
• Must be flexible and able to prioritize and adjust priorities as events may dictate.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees’ health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.
New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs–such as qualified parking and van pool expenses–with pre-tax dollars
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Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary’s University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.
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What is the highest level of post secondary education do you have?
- I do not have any post secondary education.
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree
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Select the field of study in which you have obtained a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree?
- Urban Planning
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Landscape Architecture
- Earth Science
- Biological Science
- Environmental Studies
- Related Field
- Other
- None
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Do you have five (5) years of experience specifically related to this job’s duties and responsibilities including progressively responsible supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
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Describe your professional experience in water resource management, stormwater treatment practices, and NPDES regulatory processes and permitting. Provide specific examples of relevant experience that included program and data management, interagency coordination, community engagement, and/or policy development. If possible, use an example of your experience working with public agencies and elected officials.
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Describe your experience with stormwater BMP design, construction, reviewing/approving plans by others, field inspection/compliance or operations.
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Please share your experience relevant to stakeholder engagement, consensus building, negotiations, and facilitating collaborative partnerships. Include relevant experience with public agencies.
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Provide an example of when you led and/or participated on a cross-functional or project team. Include details about your role, interaction with the team, management of tasks and deliverables, use of technology to problem solve, and ability to adhere to deadlines.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
- City of Minneapolis website
- City of Minneapolis employee
- City of Minneapolis job interest card
- City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Diversityjobs.com website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- Indeed.com website
- Minnesotajobs.com website
- Other website
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If you selected other, please specify below.
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