**Working Title: Engineering Specialist** **Job Class: Engineering Technician** **Agency: Board of Water & Soil Resources** + **Job ID** : 84161 + **Location** : Mankato + **Hybrid work Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/14/2025 + **Closing Date** : 03/07/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Water & Soil Resources Board /MGEC + **Division/Unit** : BWSR HR / Engineering + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes Est 50% + **Salary Range:** $31.11 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,957 - $96,006 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers + **Last Incumbent** : Mark Yrjo + **Supervisor Name** : Terry Ragan + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **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. The position exists to perform conservation engineering technician work for investigation, design, and construction supervision of conservation practices for soil erosion control, water quality protection and fish and wildlife habitat restoration with an emphasis on restoration of drained and degraded wetlands and shallow lakes. The incumbent serves as an engineering technician providing project management and technical assistance to a wide range of civil and agricultural engineering projects across a specified geographical region, all under the direction of a professional engineer or lead senior/principal engineering technician, as assigned. The position purpose includes: + Developmentandcoordination of effective engineeringtechnician assistance, in partnershipwithSoil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs), other local, state,and federal governmental units, and project partners. **Minimum Qualifications** Three (3) years of para-professional experience in site investigation, design, layout, and construction of civil/agricultural engineering practices. An associate's degree in civil engineering technology, Design and Drafting, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. • Proficient skills using AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil engineering computer aided design and survey functions. • Ability to interpret maps, aerial photos, and LiDAR data; and prepare exhibits, maps, and plans from survey data. • Ability to develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects with varying complexity. • Ability to operate field equipment including pickup trucks and all-terrain vehicles (ATV's) and to work in rough terrain and adverse weather conditions. • Ability to conduct field surveys and interpret/reduce survey data using a variety of survey equipment including survey grade GPS. • Written and oral communication skills sufficient to convey information to affected parties with varying amounts of knowledge and expertise. • Human relations skills sufficient to interact with landowners and agency clientele and assure program compliance and construction quality. **Preferred Qualifications** + Ability to verify compliance with construction plans and specifications, prepare field reports, conduct as-built surveys, and prepare as-built drawings, and final project certifications. + Ability to use computer software and hardware for hydrology and hydraulic analysis. + Leadership skills to serve as a survey crew leader and provide positive leadership to staff, local government, state and federal partners, and conservation program's clientele to meet project goals and objectives. + Associate of Science or technical college degree specially related to one of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental or Agricultural Engineering, Surveying, Natural Resources and Environmental Studies, Geography, or equivalent. + Ability to professionally represent BWSR at public and private meetings, convey information accurately, simulate feedback and discussion, and confirm decisions made. **Physical Requirements** The incumbent must have the ability to perform necessary field work on rough terrain, steep slopes, and in adverse weather conditions. The incumbent must be able to operate all field equipment including pickup trucks, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs/UTV's), survey equipment, and both mechanical and manually operated equipment for performing a variety of subsurface and geotechnical investigations. Extensive travel across a broad geographic area should be expected and possession of a valid state of Minnesota Driver's License will be required. The incumbent is expected to work in wet and humid conditions and be able to lift and/or move heavy objects and equipment. The incumbent must have adequate vision levels to successfully perform expected duties including the ability to see close, far, colors, peripherally, to adjust/focus and to have depth perception. **Additional Requirements** This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License with a clear driving record. It is the policy of the Board of Water and Soil Resources that those offered employment submit to the following background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components: 1. Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant's former employer(s). 2. SEMA4 Records Check 3. Criminal History Check 4. Driver's License DMV Check 5. Conflict of Interest Review Education/License Verification 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.