This position is being posted at the Engineer 1 Graduate and Engineer 2 Graduate level and will be based out of our Rochester District Office. The level at which the position is filled will be dependent on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This position will assist in the performance of program responsibilities in the Section of Drinking Water Protection as they related to the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and the Drinking Water Revolving Fund (DWRF) loan program. These program responsibilities assure the adequate operations and treatment of public water supplies in order to promote and protect the health of consumers served by such supplies.

Responsibilities may include the following:

• Conduct sanitary surveys and bacteriological investigations of community water supplies
• Collect water samples as required by federal and state drinking water rules as assigned by Community Public Water Supply (CPWS) Unit compliance staff
• Review plans and specifications of all projects, including DWRF proposals and make appropriate recommendations
• Provide technical assistance to community water suppliers, department field staff, consulting engineers
• Assist the DWRF coordinator with providing engineering and construction oversight of projects
• Examine the environmental reviews of the public water supply improvement projects funded through the DWRF program
• Deal with unexpected emergency situations (natural disasters, security breaches, and terrorist acts) as directed by superiors in order to ensure the safety of the public
• Provide technical assistance to water operators, suppliers, department field staff, and other regarding the planning, design, operation, maintenance, treatment, quality control, security, and assessment of public water systems
• Provide general information to consulting engineers and the general public on public water supplies
• Represent the section at meetings and conferences
• Assist in the collection of water samples and information from public water supplies for special water qualify research projects
• Respond to consumer complaints regarding water quality, suspected waterborne illness, low pressure, etc.

Engineer Graduate 1

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental/Sanitary, Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering field completed by June 2020

Knowledge of water system engineering including operation construction and design

Engineer Graduate 2

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental/Sanitary, Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering field

AND

Two years professional level engineering experience

One year para-professional engineering experience may be substituted for six months of professional experience

A Master's degree in Civil, Environmental/Sanitary, Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering field may be substituted for eighteen months of professional experience

Knowledge of Safe Drinking Water rules and requirements and experience applying these rules to public water systems

Knowledge of water system engineering including operation and design

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer candidate to reside within 40 miles of district office

Prefer an Engineer in Training certification from National Council of Examiners for engineering and Surveying (NCEES)

Skills in computer use sufficient to operate computer/software and produce reports

Knowledge of equipment and materials used in modern engineering operations

Knowledge of the principles of public health involving waterborne diseases and the ability to recognize risk for transmission

Experience in technical Engineering work

Must have flexible schedule to work long days to be able to accommodate long-distance travel and the client’s schedule

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check

Must possess a valid Class D driver’s license

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

We offer a competitive benefits package including employee and family health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, health promotion programs, pre-tax benefits, vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, deferred compensation, retirement benefits, and more!

How to Apply

Click "Apply" at the bottom of the page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Bill Ziegler at William.k.ziegler@state.mn.us

If you are a Connect 700 applicant, please email your certificate and the Job posting ID# to William.k.ziegler@state.mn.us by the position close date.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 you need.