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Minnesota Pollution Control Agency · 1 day ago

Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging Coordinator

Twin Cities Area

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$77K/yr - $114K/yr

4+ years exp

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Work & Life Balance

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Responsibilities

Developing goals, objectives, and components of the program as directed by the Commissioner’s office, legislature, or Governor’s office.

Working with communities, special interest groups, and industry to coordinate program development and policy, accounting for environmental and socioeconomic drivers related to sustainable materials management (SMM), extended producer responsibility (EPR), and product stewardship.

Ensuring effective communication and coordination across all agency programs that work with SMM, EPR, product stewardship, and solid waste planning, including developing and coordinating trainings, webinars, and other informational products.

Establishing effective measures and monitoring progress on an ongoing basis.

Leading a team of professionals, including any consultants or contractors, to manage the program, and directing all work involved in the implementation of the program.

This position will also serve as a back-up to the Assistant Commissioner, Division Director, Section Manager, and Supervisor for all duties related to the program’s development, including representation in public and with the Legislature, if necessary.

Qualification

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Sustainable materials managementExtended producer responsibilityProject managementData analysisPolicy developmentContract managementLegislative processesFacilitating meetingsHuman relations skills

Required

A minimum of four years of advanced professional-level experience working in an environmental protection, climate, or sustainability field, including experience and thorough knowledge of sustainable materials management (including focuses like waste reduction, reuse, recycling and organics management) or a related field.

Demonstrated expertise in planning, project management, coordination, communication, decision-making, and writing skills.

Effective communications and human relations skills to work collaboratively with internal and external groups and all levels of leadership, problem-solving skills for resolving technical matters, and the ability to develop and maintain ongoing professional relationships.

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

Thorough knowledge of extended producer responsibility and product stewardship policies and programs, within Minnesota and at a national and international level.

Sustainable materials management (SMM) - specifically pertaining to packaging and paper products - including strategies like waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and organics management.

Governmental contracting processes, contract negotiation, and contract management.

Legislative processes and administrative procedures sufficient to serve as a technical expert before policy committees and other public forums.

Demonstrated experience in high-level project management.

Conducting SMM or integrated solid waste management studies.

Interpreting and implementing policy and regulations.

Rule-writing and policy development.

Communicating complex information to government entities, industry and the public through direct outreach, campaigns, presentations, and written materials.

Coordinating stakeholders and/or advisory groups, soliciting feedback and guidance on critical program topics and decisions.

Data analysis and data management experience sufficient to identify and report information that is critical to program issues and decision-making.

Writing comprehensive program and/or policy reports.

Establishing appropriate types and levels of communication sufficient to keep interested parties aware of program developments.

Facilitating group meetings and trainings efficiently and effectively.

Leading and coordinating teams, including guiding and developing team members and monitoring team performance.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care