Job Information
State of Minnesota Monitoring and Assessment Section Manager - Hydrologist 4 in Bloomington, Minnesota
Working Title: Monitoring and Assessment Section Manager
Job Class: Hydrologist 4
Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Job ID : 85045
Location : Various
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 03/27/2025.
Date Posted : 03/21/2025
Closing Date : 04/21/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Division/Unit : Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division/Monitoring Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $40.48 - $60.24 / hourly; $84,522 - $125,781 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 – Middle Management Association (MMA)
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
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 will be located in either the St. Paul, Rochester or Mankato office and may have the option to telework.
This position exists to provide supervision and technical direction for the Monitoring and Assessment Section so that: groundwater, surface water and edge-of-field monitoring for pesticides and nutrients; analysis and reporting of monitoring data; and, related activities, are conducted in a timely and technically sound manner consistent with enabling statutes and management instructions.
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.
A Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Water Resources Management, Environmental Science or a closely related field AND three (3) years of experience as a hydrologist or hydrogeologist which includes work on the design, installation and operation of water monitoring equipment.
Supervisory or lead worker experience directing the work of professional level employees.
Advanced specialized knowledge of surface water, groundwater and weather monitoring equipment and methodology, monitoring system design, sample collection, quality control and assurance, and data analytics.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Good organizational, leadership and problem-solving skills.
Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review. This position requires travel throughout the state of MN.
The ability to celebrate and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensure as a professional geologist (geoscientist) by the State of Minnesota or licensure as a professional geologist or hydrologist by another state or suitable national professional organization and eligibility for licensure in Minnesota.
An advanced degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Water Science or a closely related field.
Extensive coursework in hydrogeology, hydrology, contaminant fate and transport, computer modeling, environmental chemistry and statistics.
Direct experience, including farming experience, or significant training in the use and management of pesticides or inorganic fertilizers in an agricultural setting.
Practical experience developing and managing an electronic data management system.
Two (2) or more years of experience managing projects and budgets.
Physical Requirements
The incumbent must be able to independently collect samples from remote monitoring locations in any season over rough, rocky, muddy and overgrown terrain. This requires driving and hiking to remote locations, manually bailing wells, collecting samples and carrying them to a vehicle, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Additional Requirements
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
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:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Driver’s License Check
Conflict of Interest Review
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.
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