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Metropolitan Council Assistant Manager, Plant Engineering in 390 Robert St. N St. Paul, Minnesota
Assistant Manager, Plant Engineering
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Assistant Manager, Plant Engineering
Salary
$89,606.40 - $135,241.60 Annually
Location
390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2024-00196
Division
Environmental Services
Department
WW P&CD Plant Engineering
Opening Date
08/22/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
This position will be continuously posted until filled. The first review of candidates' materials is scheduled to begin on September 6, 2024. This posting can close at any time after that without further notice.
The Environmental Services Division of the Metropolitan Council is accepting applications for two (2) full-timeAssistant Managers of Plant Engineering.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. To learn more about our work and various divisions https://metrocouoncil.org/ .
About Us:
Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, as well as air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. MCES water resource recovery facilities consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. MCES received a Governor’s Award as a Great Place to Work.
To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx .
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
These positions offer support and assistance to an Engineering Manager. They oversee both assigned and unassigned staff, concentrating on particular programs that provide support and management for (1) the system-wide wastewater planning program, (2) capital projects and project management tasks, and (3) engineering services related to treatment plant designs.
What you would do in this job
Manages and coordinates department programs in support of policy initiatives. Coordinates staff activities and checks work for conformance to standards. Provides performance feedback.
Manages and disseminates information from departments and other databases.
Assists in developing Capital Improvements Program and Capital Budget.
Prepares, facilitates, and gives presentations to the Metropolitan Council Environment Committee, the Environmental Services Management Team, workshops, and public meetings.
Manages project delivery, project managers, and project goals, objectives, and outcomes to provide organizational consistency and direction. This includes managing treatment plant designs, projects, and programs.
Develop and manage a quality control program for project designs, including design guidelines and facility Information.
Performs related duties as assigned.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or higher and six (6) years of professional level experience, of which at least three (3) are in a supervisory/management.
Licenses, Certificates:
Must have a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Minnesota or state with reciprocity.
Must have a valid driver's license.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Practiced quality control procedures in project design, delivery, and implementation.
Completion of at least two engineering [process or procedural] evaluations that contribute to the end user, the organization, and/or the engineering profession.
Completed a technical peer review.
Ten years or more experience as a project manager with MCES or engineering consulting for water or wastewater projects.
Technical contribution to design guidelines or guide specifications.
What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have:
Knowledge of engineering project planning, design, and construction of sewer systems and wastewater treatment plants.
Knowledge of budget development and administration principles, practices, and procedures.
General understanding of regulations that govern pollution control, i.e., reduction of stormwater that gets into the sanitary sewer, discerning environmental impact, and review of the wastewater system.
Knowledge of management practices, principles of supervision, performance management, and ability to perform coaching, counseling, mentoring, staff development, training, performance improvement, and discipline.
Ability to lead and motivate individuals and teams to achieve program and project outcomes.
Communicates clearly and effectively both orally and in writing to all levels of people inside and outside the organization, including possessing good grammar, voice, and diction. Skilled in writing and editing detailed reports.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to ad hoc questions from individuals and groups of customers, clients, and/or employees. Skilled in dealing with conflict and responding to stressful situations in a calm, effective manner. Able to communicate with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Able to display high levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization; possesses diplomacy to handle and resolve complex issues. Strong negotiation skills.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Intermediate skills with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Basic knowledge of PowerPoint and Access.
Ability to interpret and apply advanced mathematical and quantitative methods and procedures typically acquired through advanced professional training.
Ability to identify problems, analyze issues, and implement resolutions.
Ability to pay attention to detail and manage multiple responsibilities/priorities simultaneously.
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Union/Grade: MANA – Grade J
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive:N
Work Environment:
Work is regularly performed in a normal office environment but may occasionally be performed in the field. The position may occasionally be exposed to a variety of conditions, including wet, humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme heat (non-weather). The position may occasionally work near moving parts or equipment in high, precarious places and be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations. Local travel by car is occasional. The position is exposed to moderate noise.
What steps does the recruitment process involve:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
We conduct a Comprehensive Leadership Assessment(details will be provided after the selection interview).
Once you have completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety-sensitive positions only) and a background check that verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they relate to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety-sensitive position to a safety-sensitive position). Criminal background checks if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers, or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the region's diversity and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.
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Employee Referral
Facebook
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a closely related field and six (6) or more years of professional-level engineering experience, of which at least three (3) are in a supervisory/management capacity?
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If you selected 'yes,' please enter your degree type and the year obtained.
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Do you have at least six (6) years of professional-level engineering experience?
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No
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Describe your experience (in detail) regarding the above question. Include where you obtained this experience, worked dates, and other pertinent information. If this does not apply to you, write N/A.
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Do you have at least (3) years of professional-level experience in a supervisory/management or project/program management capacity?
Yes
No
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Describe your experience (in detail) regarding the above question. Include where you obtained this experience, worked dates, and other pertinent information. If this does not apply to you, write N/A.
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Do you have a Professional Engineer (PE license in Minnesota or a state with reciprocity?
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Enter your PE license number and the year in which you first obtained it. If this does not apply to you, write N/A.
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Describe one quality control measure you have used to ensure successful Project design, delivery, or implementation. If this does not apply to you, write N/A.
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List two engineering {process or procedural} evaluations you have completed and describe your responsibility. Identify the benefit to the end user, the organization, and/or the engineering profession. If this does not apply to you, write N/A.
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Describe one example where you completed a peer review as a Professional Engineer. If this does not apply to you, write N/A.
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Select the option that identifies your years of experience as a project manager with MCES or engineering consulting working on water or wastewater projects.
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Identify two (2) design guidelines or guide specifications for which you have contributed technically. If this question does not apply to you, write N/A.
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Do you have experience working with disadvantaged or underutilized businesses (DBE)?
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No
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If you answered yes to the above question, describe your involvement in supporting the program(s). If you do not have experience with DBE programs, describe how and/or why you support diversity in the workplace.
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Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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