Job Information
State of Minnesota Product Stewardship Program Administrator - State Prog Admin Prin in Stillwater, Minnesota
Working Title: Product Stewardship Program Administrator - State Prog Admin Prin
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Pollution Control Agency
Job ID : 84891
Location : Various
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/18/2025
Closing Date : 04/07/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : RMAD ProdSustain&PartnershUnit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
*This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato.
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 lead the State’s new boat wrap product stewardship program as well as elements of the State’s new packaging extended producer responsibility (EPR) program, alongside a diverse team of staff who specialize in product stewardship, compliance and enforcement, and communications. This position will:
Oversee implementation of a program aiming to reduce the amount of boat wrap disposed statewide and increase more sustainable management of the material through reuse and recycling strategies
Coordinate with the boat wrap product stewardship organization (SO) and packaging producer responsibility organization (PRO)
Coordinate with local units of government and other external partners
Ensure assistance is provided to businesses, business associations, local units of government, citizens, and other partners
Oversee the development, maintenance, and use of program materials and databases containing program information
Represent the MPCA in state and national product stewardship efforts and conversations
Ensure program compliance by manufacturers, brand owners, sellers, collectors, reuse entities, recyclers and other regulated parties and
Prepare and distribute information, research and legislative reports as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years advanced professional experience in an environmental or sustainability focused program (regulatory or assistance). Advanced professional experience includes a demonstrated progressive level of responsibility and leadership experience, as well as experience working with environmental programs. (Advanced professional-level experience is equivalent to Planner Senior State, Environmental Specialist 3, State Program Administrator Senior or equivalent level work).
Experience developing and administering programs from initiation through conclusion.
Experience leading a variety of teams and projects to successful outcomes.
Knowledge of sustainable materials management and pollution prevention strategies with the ability to implement them.
Experience in communicating information with broad audiences.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Local, state and federal environmental laws, regulations and policies.
Extended producer responsibility and product stewardship policies and programs.
Experience in:
Building strong relationships and a network of private and public sector partners for collaboration on a project or program.
Project and program management.
Conducting SMM or integrated solid waste management studies.
Interpreting, implementing and/or developing policy and regulations.
Communicating complex information to government entities, industry and the public through direct outreach, campaigns, presentations, and/or written materials.
Government contracting processes and contract management.
Data analysis and data management experience sufficient to identify and report information that is critical to program issues and decision-making.
Prioritizing equity and environmental justice considerations into program implementation.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment.
Additional Requirements
Position duties may require travel but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver’s license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.
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.