Enforcement Advisor

This position will be located out of either the St. Paul, Rochester, Mankato or St. Cloud office and may have the option to telework.

This position exists to provide assistance in the compliance and enforcement of Minnesota Pesticide and Fertilizer Laws and Rules adopted there under; Minnesota Statutes 188, 18C, under authorities in Minn. Statute 18D, and to represent the Unit/Section in other regulatory functions. This position is responsible for evaluating division inspections/investigations to determine if violations are appropriate, initiate enforcement disposition, and assist in the application of administrative and civil remedies.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Two (2) years of professional experience related to environmental legal work for government, or as a paralegal or legal assistant, or in an environmental program that includes compliance and enforcement of state and federal regulations, or in an industry that includes pesticides/fertilizer. Note: A Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Biology, Botany, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Soil Science, Legal Studies, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.

Written communications must be of a professional level with respect to context and syntax.

Excellent interpersonal and public relation skills. Employee must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with regulated clientele, local, state, and federal government personnel, department/division staff and other entities involved in position activities. Must have the ability to manage difficult or stressful situations with a calm demeanor.

Effective time management skills to work independently and with a variety of people.

The ability to prioritize and shift duties when workload demands.

Experience with Microsoft Office products, databases, and software applications.

The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

More than two (2) years of professional experience related to environmental legal work for government, or as a paralegal or legal assistant, or in an environmental program that includes compliance and enforcement of state and federal regulations, or in an industry that includes pesticides/fertilizer.

A Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Biology, Botany, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Soil Science, Legal Studies, or a related field.

Professional experience with the court system, the court process, and filing court documents.

Professional experience in investigative procedures, problem solving techniques, and excellent verbal and written skills.

Knowledge of state or federal pesticide and fertilizer regulations.

Physical Requirements

The position must perform a variety of routine office tasks such as handle documents and files, move about the building for meetings, and sit at workstation for periods of time at computer or phone. The position will comply with all State, Department, division and program policies and guidelines applicable to a safe work environment. Exposure to agricultural chemicals may occur during while accompanying inspectors on inspections and investigations. The employee must wear all required safety equipment and follow standard operating procedures for personal protection. The employee must use sufficient judgement to protect himself/herself from injury.  The employee must follow department safety policies and practices.  The employee must be able to work with difficult individuals and must remove him/herself from situations when necessary for protection.