State of Minnesota Jobs

Working Title: Hydrogeologist

Job Class: Hydrologist 1

Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Job ID : 76475

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 05/10/2024.

• Date Posted : 05/04/2024

• Closing Date : 05/20/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Division/Unit : Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division / Incident Response Unit Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes (up to 20%)

• Salary Range: $25.79 - $35.13 / hourly; $53,849 - $73,351 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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 provide the technical expertise to evaluate human health and environmental risks, review environmental investigations and determine appropriate soil, sediment, air, and groundwater cleanup goals and corrective actions at agricultural chemical incident sites and to provide related technical support to the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Two (2) years of work experience in environmental assessment and remediation OR a bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Soil Science, Water Resources, Engineering or closely related degree AND at least two (2) courses in hydrogeology. All applicants who are invited to interview may be required to submit a copy of their college transcript(s) prior to the interview.

Knowledge and ability to:

• Analyze and interpret complex technical data and reports and evaluate the need for additional actions at incident sites,

• Understand and comply with complex sample collection, technical and administrative procedures,

· - Effectively represent MDA before a variety of groups relative to social, economic and environmental issues,

· - Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues and constituents, individually and in teams.

Good organizational, decision making and problem-solving skills.

Good working skills in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and geologic and environmental software such as ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro.

Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.

The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree or higher in Geology, Hydrogeology or a closely related degree and extensive coursework in hydrogeology, contaminant fate and transport and environmental chemistry.

Knowledge of the Minnesota Groundwater Protection Act, state and federal Superfund regulations, the Land Recycling Act and an understanding of the interrelationships of these laws and how they apply to agricultural chemical incident response.

Experience working with agricultural chemical environment cleanup sites and the Minnesota Environmental Response and Liability Act sites.

Knowledge of state and federal pesticide and fertilizer laws, rules and regulations.

Knowledge of state and federal litigation procedures and processes and knowledge of MDA enforcement procedures.

Direct experience (including farming experience) or significant training in the use and management of pesticides or inorganic fertilizers in an agricultural setting.

Physical Requirements

This position also requires occasional work in heavy dust, around agricultural chemicals, and entering buildings, warehouses, sales areas and cultivated fields to conduct inspections and investigations. This position must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review and be able to drive five (5) hours a day, if needed. This position requires sometimes difficult, physically demanding labor, occasionally long workdays, outdoor work in sometimes harsh conditions, and strict attention to details and protocol. The incumbent must be able to independently collect samples from wells in any season and to collect soil and other samples. This requires driving and hiking to sampling locations, manually bailing wells, collecting samples and carrying them to a vehicle and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components:

a. SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

b. Employment Reference Check

c. Driver’s License Check

d. Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

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.