**Working Title: Pesticide Registration & Management Supervisor** **Job Class: Agricultural Unit Supervisor** **Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture** + **Job ID** : 80398 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 09/27/2024. + **Date Posted** : 09/21/2024 + **Closing Date** : 10/07/2024 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota Department of Agriculture + **Division/Unit** : Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division / Pesticide Unit + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $36.10 - $52.26 / hourly; $75,376 - $109,118 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association (MMA) + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive + 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. This position is responsible for regulatory and non-regulatory activities related to registration, use, and clientele relationship management for pesticides, fertilizers, and soil and plant amendments. These activities include managing the risks and benefits of pesticide use, including human health and environmental impacts. The position will provide technical input into Pesticide Management Plan and supervision pesticide registration, fertilizer licensing, specialty fertilizer and soil and plant amendment registration activities and future programs requiring a balance of science, policy, and public input. This position exists to plan, design, organize and develop direction for the Pesticide Management Unit and PFMD pesticide, fertilizer licensing and registration programs, and to supervise unit staff so that: 1) agricultural and non-agricultural pesticides are reviewed, registered, and used in a manner that will prevent unreasonable adverse effects on human health and the environment and as defined and directed by state and federal laws; 2) unit activities are conducted in an efficient and effective manner; 3) pesticide management unit staff are well supervised; and, 4) all unit activities are conducted in accordance with state and MDA guidance and requirements, and within MDA and PFMD management instructions. **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._ Four (4) years professional or post graduate experience as a state regulator, agricultural scientist or environmental scientist or closely related position, working with pesticides or fertilizers. NOTE: A Bachelors in an Agricultural or Environmental Sciences field such as: Weed Science, Agronomy, Soils, Crop Soil and Pest Management, Applied Plant Science, Environmental policy or closely related field may substitute one (1) year of work experience. Significant experience with agricultural regulatory issues and work. Excellent oral and written communication skills suitable for direct communications with both farmers and regulated audiences. Extensive and detailed knowledge of pesticide labeling and use. Extensive knowledge of Minnesota agricultural and environmental issues and related state and federal law. Good organizational, leadership and problem solving skills. The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment. **Preferred Qualifications** Direct experience with ensuring FIFRA requirements and state law requirements are met with pesticides. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Agricultural or Environmental Sciences field such as: Weed Science, Agronomy, Soils, Crop Soil and Pest Management, Applied Plant Science, Environmental policy or closely related field; Technical knowledge in pesticide product regulation and registration, fertilizer product regulation and registration and pesticide and fertilizer product use. Direct experience, including farming experience, or significant training in the use and management of pesticides in an agricultural setting; Supervisory or lead worker experience directing the work of at least three professional employees; and, Three (3) years’ experience managing projects and budgets. **Physical Requirements** Most of the work for this position will be performed in indoor conditions. **Additional Requirements** A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components: 1. SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only) 2. Employment Reference Check 3. Driver’s License Check 4. Conflict of Interest Review The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. 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.