Working Title: Mining Project Planner

　　Job Class: Planner Principal State

　　Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/19/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/08/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

　　Division/Unit : Lands and Minerals

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes - Occasionally

　　Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly $63,788 - $94,001 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Employees/MAPE

　　FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

　　Telework Eligible : Hybrid eligible, must report to office a minimum of 2 days per week

　　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 position exists to direct and guide the work direction for the Mine Permitting & Coordination Unit within the Lands and Minerals Division for ferrous, non-ferrous, and peat mining projects, with a focus on ferrous projects. The employee will have the role of project manager and main point of contact for mine permitting projects that are 1) permits for a new facility, 2) projects that are substantial amendments, or 3) will undergo environmental review. The employee provides, assigns, and prioritizes work in the review of documents submitted for mine permitting and environmental review. They will review documents for technical content, regulatory adequacy, and the evaluation of the environmental soundness of mine management plans.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Direct, facilitate, and coordinate the Lands and Minerals Division (LAM) environmental review process for ferrous, non-ferrous, and peat mining projects.

　　Direct, facilitate, and coordinate LAM permitting process for ferrous, non-ferrous, and peat mining projects; and work with staff and consultants to ensure issues and concerns are addressed in project review and design.

　　Participate in training to remain technically current with information required for environmentally sound mining practices in Minnesota.

　　This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement. This position will require reporting to the primary work location two days per week and have the option to telework up to three days per week. The work location for the selected candidate is either St. Paul or Hibbing. The specific location will be agreed upon at time of selection. More frequent in-person days may be required for the first six months or so during training/probationary period.

　　This position involves occasional travel, the employee must have the ability to travel state-wide to other DNR buildings throughout Minnesota and off-site locations, such as mining operations.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor‘s degree in public administration, business, environmental planning, natural resources management, biological sciences, geology, reclamation, soil sciences, environmental science, environmental engineering or related field.

　　Three (3) years of professional project management experience in the field of natural resources, environmental program administration, permitting, environmental impacts analysis, or related field.

　　Demonstrated interpersonal and human relations skills, along with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, sufficient to establish ongoing effective, positive, trusting, and professional relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

　　Demonstrated excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.

　　Project management skills to identify risks, critical paths, and resources, and coordinate the work of others across multiple simultaneous operations.

　　Demonstrated time management skills, sufficient to balance multiple tasks, projects, and priorities.

　　Strong computer skills in all standard Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

　　Ability to manage multiple complex projects that may not have hard deadlines, but need to be advanced through the permitting process.

　　Ability to understand complex scientific and technical data and how it may impact permitting and environmental review.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Master‘s degree in public administration, business, environmental planning, natural resources management, engineering management, or related field.

　　Leadership abilities sufficient to move multi-agency and public-based groups toward common goals.

　　Knowledge of polices, statutes and rules as they apply to metallic mineral mining.

　　Demonstrated ability to identify and communicate points of commonality derived from multiple sources across multiple state divisions or agencies.

　　Two or more years of experience managing complex projects.

　　Basic knowledge of polices, statutes and rules as they apply to mining, particularly the procedural requirements for environmental review and permitting.

　　Ability to use and/or interpret products using Geographic Information Systems, Microsoft Project, and/or statistical analysis software sufficient to apply to the planning process.

　　Familiarity with mining and knowledge of Minnesota‘s mining industry and history. Particularly Minnesota’s taconite operations, operational best practices, mine and process engineering principles.

　　Strong analytical and research skills sufficient to interpret information on geology, hydrology, minerals, and other resources that influence natural resource management activities.

　　Additional Requirements

　　This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record.

　　Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

　　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.

　　It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

　　Conflict of Interest Review

　　Criminal History Check

　　Education Verification

　　Employment Reference / Records Check

　　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.