Working Title: Senior Pipeline Engineering Specialist or Senior Pipeline Engineer

　　Job Class: Engineering Specialist Senior or Engineer Senior

　　Agency: Public Safety Dept

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing [email protected] by 01/29/2024.

　　Date Posted : 01/23/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/12/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MGEC

　　Division/Unit : Pipeline Safety / Pipeline Safety

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8am - 4:30pm

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes - Up to 30% of the time with overnight possible

　　Salary Range: $33.45 - $49.28 / hourly; $69,843 - $102,896 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

　　Last Incumbent : New position

　　Supervisor Name : Jonathan Wolfgram

　　FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

　　Telework Eligible : Yes

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

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　This announcement will be used to fill a vacancy at either the Engineering Specialist Senior or Engineer Senior level at the Office of Pipeline Safety.

　　The classification level of the position filled will be based on the selected applicant‘s qualifications .

　　Engineering Specialist Senior salary range $33.45 - $49.28 / hourly; $69,843 - $102,896 / annually

　　Engineer Senior salary range $36.19 - $53.25 / hourly; $75,565 - $111,186 / annually

　　This opportunity will allow the employee to have an impact of the safety of the citizens and Minnesota and the environment. To provide technical expertise and conduct inspections/investigations regarding Minnesota‘s natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline infrastructure pursuant to Minnesota Statute 299F56- .641 and 299J; and the Minnesota Office of Pipeline Safety‘s annual inspection program. Educate clientele and conduct utility damage investigations regarding Minnesota‘s underground utility damage prevention laws under Minnesota Statute 216D.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Engineering Specialist Senior

　　Bachelor of Science Degree and (2) years of experience with the operations, maintenance, construction or emergency response of natural gas or hazardous liquid pipelines or regulatory experience, OR (6) years of experience with the operations, maintenance, construction or emergency response of natural gas or hazardous liquid pipelines.

　　Experience should include the following:

　　Must reside within Minnesota and 1 hour commute of St. Paul office.

　　Ability to travel overnight up to 30% of time.

　　Participate in a weekly On-Call rotation for receiving after-hours emergency notifications

　　Advanced technical skills, a basic understanding of policymaking, be cognizant of representing the public in all areas of safety, and command a minimum level of respect from our clientele.

　　Practical experience, which demonstrates a basic knowledge of applicable pipeline operations, technology, and safety.

　　Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

　　Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

　　Engineer Senior

　　Bachelor of Science degree and licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Minnesota.

　　Experience should include the following:

　　Must reside within Minnesota and 1 hour commute of St. Paul office.

　　Ability to travel overnight up to 30% of time.

　　Participate in a weekly On-Call rotation for receiving after-hours emergency notifications.

　　Knowledge of theoretical engineering and practical engineering experience.

　　Ability to evaluate conditions and conversations with persons and organizations with diverse agendas, experience, education and goals, and remain capable of representing the positions of MNOPS with guidance from supervisor as required.

　　Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

　　Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Both Positions

　　Regulatory experience performing inspection, investigation, and enforcement activities

　　Experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws

　　Knowledge of regulatory requirements of 49 CFR Parts 190, 191, 192, 193 & 195

　　Knowledge of regulatory requirements of Minnesota State Statute MS216D

　　Recent field experience (may include construction)

　　Experience with project management and dealing with multiple priorities

　　Physical Requirements

　　Requires occasionally moving and transporting 20 pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to move to a significant degree across rough terrain or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.

　　Additional Requirements

　　It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

　　Criminal History

　　Reference Check

　　Education Verification

　　Driver‘s License

　　Drug Screen

　　Pre-employment Physical

　　Vision

　　Hearing

　　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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.