Environmental Compliance Manager

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　　Environmental Compliance Manager

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　　Location

　　Metro Plant - 2400 Childs Rd. St. Paul MN 55106, MN

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　2023-00490

　　Division

　　Environmental Services

　　Department

　　Supp Srvcs-Administration

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/9/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　WHO WE ARE

　　This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

　　We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)

　　We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

　　Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. MCES treatment plants consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. MCES received a Governor’s Award as a Great Place to Work.

　　To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information:https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx.

　　How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

　　The Environmental Compliance Manager is responsible for leading the Environmental Compliance business system in Environmental Services, a division of the Metropolitan Council. This system is made up of people, processes, and tools to support Environmental Services collaborating effectively to meet environmental regulations, mandates, and goals, and to maintain the trust of regulators and stakeholders. The Manager oversees and coordinates work among departments and manages the work of the Environmental Compliance department.

　　What you would do in this job

　　Lead efforts to establish, maintain, and update Environmental Services compliance strategies, including but not limited to water quality and air quality strategies.

　　Work with planning, treatment services, capital, and process engineering to evaluate options and establish strategies.

　　Work closely with the Council’s Office of General Counsel on legal issues.

　　Coordinate work among departments within Environmental Services to ensure internal clarity and transparency of business processes and roles and responsibilities to achieve divisional desired outcomes.

　　Serve as subject matter expert on ES’s Environmental Compliance requirements (regulations, mandates, and goals).

　　Track and communicate new and changes to environmental regulatory requirements, mandates, and goals that affect Environmental Services.

　　Partnering with the planning system leads to coordinating work integration among the environmental compliance and planning systems. serve as subject matter expert on ES’s Environmental Compliance requirements (regulations, mandates, and goals).

　　Identify improvement opportunities and coordinate continuous improvement exercises to support Environmental Services’ ongoing success in achieving environmental compliance and maintaining the trust of stakeholders and regulators.

　　Ensure accurate, consistent, and transparent environmental compliance reporting (internally and externally).

　　Maintain working relationships with regulators and partners, connecting with ES staff as appropriate.

　　Coordinate Environmental Services conversations with environmental compliance external stakeholders.

　　Collaborate with Environmental Compliance department staff to set department priorities.

　　Manage and support the success of staff in the department being subject matter experts, leading coordination of cross-functional business processes.

　　What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

　　Any of the following combinations of professional experience in environmental compliance, including experience working with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPEDS) requirements, and completed education (degree field of study in Environmental Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Law, or closely related field):

　　High school diploma/GED with eleven (11) years of experience including three (3) years of experience in management, or supervision.

　　Associate degree with nine (9) years of experience, including three (3) years of experience in management, or supervision.

　　Bachelor’s degree or higher with seven (7) years of experience, including three (3) years of experience in management, or supervision.

　　What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

　　Subject matter expert in Environmental Compliance.

　　Demonstrable knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations related to air and water: Clean Water Act/National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

　　Demonstrable knowledge of state biosolid land application regulations.

　　Demonstrable knowledge of environmental sustainability goals that are used in the public and private sectors. Specifically relating to government entities in Minnesota.

　　Certifications/licenses in environmental compliance and wastewater operations areas such as biosolids, stormwater, hazardous material, etc.

　　Demonstrable knowledge of public sector organizational practices, specifically those relating to public sector utility function. Specifically relating to Minnesota B3 Building, Benchmarks, and Beyond.

　　Experience applying systems thinking and managing/coordinating with those who do not directly report to you.

　　Experience negotiating with environmental regulators.

　　Experience with contaminated site cleanups, the MPCA voluntary investigation and cleanup program, and Federal and State superfund laws.

　　Experience with land and air permitting issues.

　　Experience working with diverse populations of internal and external customers.

　　What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

　　Knowledge of existing and schedule for renewal of Environmental Services water quality and air quality permits.

　　Knowledge of internal , cross-departmental roles and responsibilities associated with supporting Environmental Compliance success in complying with environmental regulations, mandates, and goals.

　　Basic knowledge of technology systems used within Environmental Services (LIMs, WAM, etc.)

　　Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and rules related to air and water regulation: Clean Water Act/National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).

　　Knowledge of environmental sustainability goals that are used in the public and private sectors.

　　Knowledge of public sector organizational practices, specifically those relating to public sector utility function.

　　Knowledge of managerial principles and practices including financial management, budget preparation, administration, record retention, workforce development and retention, and strategic planning.

　　Knowledge of project management practices and Continuous Improvement principles and techniques.

　　Skills with technology (Microsoft Office suite, Wastewater (ww) modeling, data analysis).

　　Skills in leadership and demonstrable competencies in the area of customer service and communication.

　　Skills in reading, interpreting, and applying regulatory documents.

　　Skills in oral communication, persuasion, collaboration, decision-making, and problem-solving.

　　Skills in business writing specifically external correspondence, writing procedures, and work instructions, and reviewing and editing the written work of staff as needed.

　　Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization and with external partners and customers.

　　Ability to manage multiple assignments, functions, projects, and initiatives simultaneously.

　　Ability to problem-solve.

　　Ability to mentor and coach employees while fostering a positive work environment.

　　Ability to optimize resources and develop and implement new initiatives through strategic planning.

　　Ability to successfully collaborate with staff in the Environmental Compliance Department to develop annual performance goals.

　　Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback, acknowledge, and learn from mistakes, and listen to understand others.

　　Ability to forge professional relationships with internal water unit staff and the Environmental services division.

　　Additional information

　　Union: MANA/ Grade K

　　F LSA Status: Exempt

　　Safety Sensitive: No

　　Full Salary: $47.34 - $71.46 hourly/ $98,467 -$148,637 annually.

　　What steps the recruitment process involve:

　　We rate your education and experience.

　　We conduct a structured panel interview.

　　We conduct a selection interview.

　　Omni View Leadership Assessment

　　What your work environment would be:

　　Work is generally performed in a standard office setting. May require travel between the primary work site to other sites. The environment may be hot, cold, dirty, and/or dusty. Occasionally may be required to work evenings and weekends.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Occasionally requires field inspection, ladder and stair climbing, and walking. Appropriate safety equipment must be used. Some positions require working outdoors in inclement weather, swimming, and ability to push, shove and lift.

　　Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

　　If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

　　If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

　　IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

　　The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email [email protected].

　　We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

　　Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

　　Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

　　Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

　　Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

　　The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

　　Well@Work clinic

　　bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

　　parking at many job locations

　　fitness centers at many job locations

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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　　Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　How did youfirsthear about this job opening?

　　CareerForce Center

　　Community Event/Organization

　　Employee Referral

　　Facebook

　　Glassdoor

　　Indeed

　　Job Fair

　　LinkedIn

　　Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

　　Twitter

　　Website: governmentjobs.com

　　Website: metrocouncil.org

　　Website: metrotransit.org

　　Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

　　Other

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　　If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

　　04

　　Please select the option that indicates your completed level of education and experience.

　　High school diploma/GED AND eleven (11) years of experience. Experience must include at least three (3) years of management or supervisory experience.

　　Associate degree AND nine (9) years of experience. Experience must include at least three (3) years of management or supervisory experience.

　　Bachelor's degree or higher AND at least seven (7) years of experience. Experience must include at least three (3) years of management or supervisory experience.

　　None of the above.

　　05

　　If you selected that you have a degree in the previous question, please indicate what your degree is. If you type "See resume" you will not receive credit for your response. If this does not apply, type N/A.

　　06

　　Do you have at least three (3) or more years of supervisory, or management experience?

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please describe your management or supervisor responsibilities. Be sure to include the name of the company, the number of employees you managed or supervised, the nature of their work, and other relevant details. If you type "See resume" you will not receive credit for your response. If you don't have this experience, type "N/A."

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　　Please select all that you have professional experience in:

　　Clean Water Act

　　National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

　　National Ambient Air Quality Standards

　　Wastewater Operations

　　Biosolid Application Regulations

　　Hazardous Waste regulations

　　Sustainability goals in public sector

　　Minnesota B3 Building, Benchmarks, and Beyond

　　None of the above

　　09

　　If you checked that you have any professional experience(s) in the previous question, please describe the capacity you worked within the framework of the regulators or statutes and rules. If you type "See resume" you will not receive credit for your response. If this does not apply, type N/A.

　　10

　　Do you have professional experience in the Public Sector?

　　Yes

　　No

　　11

　　Describe your experience creating or working within a framework of Environmental Sustainability goals. Please name the goal and include details such as the timeline, and the outcome. If this does not apply, type N/A.

　　12

　　Please indicate all you have professional experience in:

　　MS Office Suite

　　Laboratory Information System(s)

　　Wastewater modeling

　　Data analysis

　　Project management practices

　　Continuous Improvement principals and techniques

　　None of the above

　　13

　　Please describe your experience, or efforts made, to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion competency and understanding. If this does not apply, indicate 'N/A.'

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