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 🔗Environmental Review Program Manager

  • Full Time
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • $38.83 - $55.93 USD / Hour
  • Department: Minnesota Department of Administration
  • Job Reference #: 95652
  • Job Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualifications
    The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position.

    Bachelor’s degree in history, historic preservation, archaeology, urban and regional planning, law, or related field with specialized coursework in historic preservation or cultural resource management.
    Five (5) years of experience with relevant federal preservation statutes, guidelines, and cultural resource management principles.Master’s degree as specified above may substitute for 18 months of experience as described.
    Working knowledge of administering federal historic preservation laws, including Section 106, and the roles and responsibilities of federal, Tribal, state, and local governments; and other stakeholders.
    Experience managing team members and engaging in performance management-based conversations.
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to negotiate, mediate, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders with varying backgrounds, education, skills, and interests.
    Advanced problem-solving skills related to identifying and protecting historic properties and navigating controversial or complex situations.
    Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (such as Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, and Teams), Adobe Acrobat, or similar software.
    Preferred Qualifications
    Advanced degree in history, historic preservation, archaeology, urban and regional planning, law, or related field with specialized coursework in historic preservation or cultural resource management.
    Working knowledge of Minnesota’s historic preservation laws, administrative rules, and broader environmental review process.
    Experience drafting or evaluating Section 106 agreements.
    Specialized training in Section 106.
    Experience coordinating with Tribal Nations in environmental reviews.
    Experience with data management systems, including organization, research, and analysis.
    Demonstrated success implementing process improvement or optimization initiatives.

  • How to Apply:

    Go to Search Jobs: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/
    Click on “External Applicant Portal – Search for Jobs Now”
    Search for Job ID 95652

    Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us

  • Job benefits: As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: Applicants must be able to physically visit project and historic sites, which may be active construction sites or have uneven surfaces and temporary stairs. This position may also entail sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Repetitive movements will be required to perform word and data processing for extended periods of time. Working conditions in an office environment will primarily be under controlled temperatures. While outdoors, applicants may experience varying weather conditions and fluctuations in temperatures. While in transit, weather and road conditions may vary. Applicants must obey all traffic laws and safety rules.
  • Contact Name: Ly Her at ly.her@state.mn.us
  • Application Phone #: 651-201-2434

Website Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office

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 Department of Administration is a core service agency serving the Governor, Legislature, state agencies, local governments, and the public. Our mission is to provide leadership, innovation, solutions, and support to help our partners succeed. To learn more about us, please visit mn.gov/admin.

The Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) promotes best preservation practices and cooperative approaches so everyone can continue to benefit from the environmental, social, and economic value of Minnesota’s cultural heritage. The team provides guidance and expertise to individuals, communities, and all levels of government to help them meet their preservation goals and compliance with state and federal laws.

MN SHPO is seeking an Environmental Review Program Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of the Environmental Review Program. This position provides strategic direction, subject matter expertise, and program leadership to ensure the identification and protection of Minnesota’s historic resources under federal and state laws.

Key responsibilities:

Build and maintain effective working relationships with Tribal governments, federal, state, and local government agencies; and other partners while guiding compliance with Section 106 of the 1966 National Historic Preservation Act and Minnesota’s preservation laws.
Direct and manage the Environmental Review Program and its staff, ensuring consistent, professional, and timely program delivery.
Represent the State Historic Preservation Officer in reviews of large and complex federal undertakings, negotiating and developing Memorandums of Agreement and Programmatic Agreements.
Review and consult on proposals submitted by State agencies, departments, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents, and political subdivisions to ensure compliance with State historic preservation laws.
Lead innovative projects, develop process improvements, and strengthen systems that support preservation outcomes.
This position is eligible for up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework arrangement, additional onsite attendance may be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy for details.

In addition, this position also requires a willingness to travel (up to 5%), along with ability to work evenings and occasional weekends.

Salary: $38.83 – $55.93 / hourly; $81,077 – $116,781 / annually

Benefits

All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.

Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

How to Apply

You may review NCPE's internship opportunities anytime without registering. Use the search function to find listings by location, keyword, or area of interest/category. Once you identify one or more positions of interest, there is a 3-step application process.

Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your username or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.

Step 2: The Universal Application is required to apply for all NCPE internships. You fill out this form only once. In addition to contact information, educational status, work history, and experience, it requires two attachments: (1) the 2 most recent years of academic transcripts. These may be unofficial transcripts if official versions are unavailable. A PDF is preferred, labeled Your Your Last Name_Your First Name_Transcript. (2) a resume or CV (curriculum vitae). Please limit to a maximum of 4 pages; 2 pages are preferred. A PDF is preferred but jpg, png, doc, or docx file types are accepted. Label Your Last Name_Your First Name_Resume. This form may be saved as a draft and completed later. Use the link provided to return to the form.

Step 3: Once you submit the Universal Application, you may browse and apply for NCPE internships using the link provided. Complete the application process by clicking on the Apply for job button found at each internship listing and upload the required Essay. Use the essay to explain why you are applying for an internship, including how your interest areas will benefit the National Park Service (NPS) and how the internship will further your studies and career goals. Be as specific as possible; there is a 400-word maximum length. Submit the essay to finish the application for that position. You may apply for a maximum of 6 internships during an application round; there is no limit at other times of the year. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!



Logging in with a Registered User Account and completing the Universal Application is required to apply for NCPE Internships. Please visit the Universal Application page to register for an account and complete the form. After logging in and completing the form, refreshing this listing will display the Job Application to apply online.