What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Project Manager position at St. Louis County, MN?
Kind of Work
Responsible professional work coordinating and managing environmental issues and regulatory compliance for the County Public Works Department.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $32.25 - $45.88 per hour.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Distinguishing Features of Work
An employee in this class is responsible for evaluating environmental impacts of road and bridge construction projects; assuring compliance with environmental regulations; providing technical advice in preparation and presentation of project proposals to State, regional and local stakeholder groups; developing and coordinating the Department's roadside vegetation maintenance program, the hazardous waste management program and the storm water management and mitigation program. The work is performed independently in accordance with established regulatory agency standards and Departmental policies under the general direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Work Environment
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on CONSTANT: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds and color vision. FREQUENT: Near, midrange and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; visual accommodation; hear within 5 feet and up to 20 feet; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; move about; reach; rotate neck; sit; talk/speak; walk; right and left wrist turn; traffic; work alone, with and around others; customer/public contact; work inside and work outside, and drive. OCCASIONAL: Balance; atmospheric conditions; slippery surfaces and work extended days.
Selection Process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail)
Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process:
Tentative Recruitment & Screening Process Schedule
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
Veterans Preference
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Physical-medical Standards
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
Drug Testing
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
Background Check
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
Employment Eligibility Verification
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
Probationary Period
Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
Non-discrimination
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
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Please type or clearly print your name.
02
The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?
All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
SME Explanation: Questions 8-12 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 8-12.
Describe your verifiable work experience with state and federal wetland regulation, wetland delineation, waste stream management, land use regulation, and state protected water regulations.
09
Describe your paid verifiable work experience working with federal, state and/or regulatory agencies on environmental compliance matters and project permitting.
10
Describe your paid work experience reading and interpreting complex construction plans, ideas, and concepts and applying regulatory provisions to them.
11
Describe your paid experience working with the general public. Include in your answer your paid work experience with one on one contacts, groups, and in public hearing or controversial settings.
12
Describe your abilities and experience in preparing and writing narrative reports and technical documents.
13
I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Responsible professional work coordinating and managing environmental issues and regulatory compliance for the County Public Works Department.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $32.25 - $45.88 per hour.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Distinguishing Features of Work
An employee in this class is responsible for evaluating environmental impacts of road and bridge construction projects; assuring compliance with environmental regulations; providing technical advice in preparation and presentation of project proposals to State, regional and local stakeholder groups; developing and coordinating the Department's roadside vegetation maintenance program, the hazardous waste management program and the storm water management and mitigation program. The work is performed independently in accordance with established regulatory agency standards and Departmental policies under the general direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Work Environment
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on CONSTANT: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds and color vision. FREQUENT: Near, midrange and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; visual accommodation; hear within 5 feet and up to 20 feet; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; move about; reach; rotate neck; sit; talk/speak; walk; right and left wrist turn; traffic; work alone, with and around others; customer/public contact; work inside and work outside, and drive. OCCASIONAL: Balance; atmospheric conditions; slippery surfaces and work extended days.
Selection Process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail)
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in biology, hydrology, geology, ecology, forestry, civil, environmental or agricultural engineering or a related natural science field, AND three years' experience administering and coordinating construction projects to ensure agency compliance with environmental statutes and/or regulations.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process:
- Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 8-12.
- Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Tentative Recruitment & Screening Process Schedule
- January 8, 2026 - Applicant screening will begin
- Week of January 26, 2026 - Supplemental question scoring to be completed
- Week of February 9, 2026 - Interviews to be conducted
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
Veterans Preference
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
- Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
- Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
- Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
- Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.
Physical-medical Standards
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
Drug Testing
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
Background Check
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
Employment Eligibility Verification
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
Probationary Period
Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
Non-discrimination
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Medical Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Benefits
- Deferred Compensation
- Training and Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Wellness Program
- Pet Insurance
01
Please type or clearly print your name.
02
The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.
- Yes
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?
- Yes
- No
All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?
- Yes, I will now, or will in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States
- No, I will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?
- None
- Some high school (No Graduation)
- High school graduation/equivalent
- 0 - 31 college credits completed (No Degree)
- 32 - 59 college credits completed (No Degree)
- 60 or more college credits completed (No Degree)
- Associate in Arts Degree completed
- Bachelor's Degree completed
- Master's Degree completed
- Doctorate degree or equivalent completed
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
SME Explanation: Questions 8-12 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 8-12.
- Yes
- No
Describe your verifiable work experience with state and federal wetland regulation, wetland delineation, waste stream management, land use regulation, and state protected water regulations.
09
Describe your paid verifiable work experience working with federal, state and/or regulatory agencies on environmental compliance matters and project permitting.
10
Describe your paid work experience reading and interpreting complex construction plans, ideas, and concepts and applying regulatory provisions to them.
11
Describe your paid experience working with the general public. Include in your answer your paid work experience with one on one contacts, groups, and in public hearing or controversial settings.
12
Describe your abilities and experience in preparing and writing narrative reports and technical documents.
13
I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Salary : $32 - $46