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Positions Typically Hiring For:
Accounting| Accounting Technician| Biology, General| Business Administration & Management, General| Business/Managerial Economics| Child Development| Civil Engineering| Communications, General| Computer & Information Sciences, General| Computer Science & Programming| Criminal Justice| Data Management Technology| Engineering (Pre-Engineering), General| Engineering Technology, General| Environmental Science| Finance, General| Health Services Administration,General| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Human Resources Management| Law (Pre-Law)| Law Enforcement| Legal Studies, General*| Mass Communications| Nursing, Registered (BS/RN)| Political Science & Government| Psychology, Clinical & Counseling| Psychology, General| Public Administration & Services, General| Public Affairs & Public Policy Analysis| Public Health| Public Relations & Organizational Communication| Social Sciences, General| Social Work| Sociology
Positions Posted (Contact information can be found at the bottom of the page)
Position 1:
Deputy Sheriff
Listing Application Link:
Location:
Minnesota
Type:
Full-Time
Accepted Majors:
Social Sciences & Law
Job Categories:
Law Enforcement
Position Description:
Nature of Work
Under direction of the County Sheriff, participates in an assigned shift engaged in law enforcement in Olmsted County. Enforces state and local laws, apprehends criminals, prevents crime, serves civil processes and protects property. Position requires rotating shifts that include nights, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Examples of Work
Patrols assigned beat/area in a radio equipped patrol vehicle and enforces traffic laws
Investigates complaints, disturbances and crimes and collects evidence
Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls and provides necessary assistance
Interviews suspects and witnesses, takes statements from witnesses and makes measurements and diagrams of scenes
Makes arrests using only the force necessary to bring suspects to the Adult Detention Center
Operates as on-scene incident commander until relieved
Assists other law enforcement agencies such as the State Highway Patrol and officials in carrying out their duties
Serves civil process as assigned
Meets with citizens individual or collectively, to discuss crime prevention programs such as personal protection, home security systems and business security systems
Upon assignment, develops training programs for the Sheriff’s Office to ensure other deputies are trained in the proper use of equipment and understanding of current policies and procedures
Upon assignment to a special case, may lead other law enforcement officers during an investigation
Upon assignment, acts as substitute sergeant, receives calls and operates radio emergency equipment
Performs other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Working knowledge of state and city laws and county ordinances relating to criminal acts
Working knowledge of highway regulations and what constitutes a violation
Working knowledge of current police practices and methods
Working knowledge of what constitutes evidence in the prosecution of criminal violations
Knowledge of Olmsted County roads and geography
Knowledge of human behavior and social and economic problems
Knowledge of serving of civil processes and responsibility and authority of the Sheriff’s Office
Skill in the use of firearms per Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements
Skill in verbal and written communication including documentation through report writing
Skill in the use of computers and technology
Ability to administer first aid and CPR
Ability to direct traffic and manage crowds
Ability to understand and appropriately respond to mental health issues
Ability to act quickly and decisively with good judgment in difficult and stressful situations
Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies
Ability to treat the public courteously and with firmness when the occasion demands
Ability to operate all Sheriff’s Office equipment
Ability to maintain good character both on and off duty
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Position 2:
Sanitarian Apprentice / Sanitarian
Listing Application Link:
Location:
Minnesota
Type:
Full-Time
Accepted Majors:
Health Sciences & Technologies| Sciences: Biological & Physical
Job Categories:
Environmental Science| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Social Sciences, General
Position Description:
Under supervision of the Environmental Health Manager, and as part of the Environmental Health team, helps businesses, residents, and visitors of Olmsted County to identify and develop policies, training, and systems that address public health risk and safety conditions associated with food, drinking water, housing and recreational environments. Other duties include preparation for and response to outbreaks of disease, public health emergency situations and other duties as assigned
Examples of Work
Conducts assessments of licensed facilities and assists managers to assess and improve policy/procedure, training, and verification systems of operation to reduce health and safety risks. Assessment includes inspection for compliance with minimum sanitary requirements.
Advises operators of establishments, businesses, etc., of regulations, and issues orders concerning corrections needed to protect public health.
Investigates complaints concerning all areas of environmental health and undertakes the necessary steps for resolution or abatement.
Addresses public inquiries about health and safety risks associated with food, drinking water, indoor air, housing, and recreational environments.
Completes necessary documentation related to establishment plan review, assessments, and complaints, and assists with completing various departmental reports.
Assists community organizers to develop plans to safely operate special event infrastructure including drinking water supplies, camping facilities, waste disposal, and food service.
Organizes, develops, and conducts group education and public presentations addressing environmental health and safety risk conditions.
Identifies complex situations that are not responding to usual processes and communications; Involves other staff and management as appropriate.
Assists the Environmental Health team in planning timely and effective administration of programs and services.
Assists Environmental Health team to assess the community’s environmental health and safety risks and develop strategic priorities.
Works with local governing bodies and agencies on matters related to environmental health.
Must be available to support the department during emergency situations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of the nature and scope of environmental health
Knowledge of environmental health sciences related to food, water, air, and housing and recreational environment
Knowledge of effective education and behavior modification principles
Knowledge of quality improvement principles
Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations for controlling health risk
Knowledge of the principles and practices for recognition, elimination, and control of environmental health hazards
Ability to make independent decisions, where appropriate
Ability to participate in collaborative problem-solving
Ability to select, develop, and use a variety of communication resources and visual aids
Ability to effectively communicate in a clear, tactful, and courteous manner using both written and oral communications
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
Ability to work well with others, establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide quality customer service to coworkers, business clients, representatives of other agencies and the general public and work with established networks toward common goals
Ability to use equipment such as motor vehicles; temperature, distance, and chemical measurement devices; personal computers, cameras, calculators, and group-education equipment
Ability to analyze potential environmental health hazards
Ability to develop recommendations and write reports
Ability to train and mentor others
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Position 3:
Commercial Appraiser
Listing Application Link:
Location:
Minnesota
Type:
Full-Time
Accepted Majors:
Business
Job Categories:
Environmental Science| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Social Sciences, General
Position Description:
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, real estate, or related field and three (3) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
OR
Combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure by the Minnesota State Board of Assessors as a Certified Minnesota Assessor with Income Qualification (CMA-IQ) at the time of hire, and licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) within six (6) months of hire and within five (5) years of having become licensed as a CMA or licensure as a Certified General Real Property Appraiser from the Minnesota Department of Commerce or equivalent licensing agency.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Senior Accredited Minnesota Assessor (SAMA) from the Minnesota State Board of Assessors.
Designation as an IAAO Assessment Administration Specialist (AAS), Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE), Cadastral Mapping Specialist (CMS), Personal Property Specialist (PPS), and/or Residential Evaluation Specialist (RES), or appraisal designation (MAI, SRPA, SRA, RM) from the Appraisal Institute.
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, appraises commercial, industrial, multi-family, and special use properties, including complex income-producing properties for tax assessment purposes. Performs field inspections, analyzes applicable real estate sales transactions, applies accurate sales data in the valuation process, responds to taxpayer concerns and acts as a mentor/advisor to other appraisers. Represents Olmsted County at local and County boards of Appeal and Equalization as well as Tax Court.
Examples of Work
Appraises commercial, industrial, apartment, complex special purpose, public utility or other property using mass appraisal statistical modeling techniques, direct capitalization and/or discounted cash flow analysis
Responds to complex or difficult questions and concerns from taxpayers, attorneys and tax representatives regarding the assessment process, property valuation, classification and tax calculations
Conducts market research by gathering data including actual income and expense rates, occupancy levels, rental rates and capitalization rates to determine potential market performance of income producing properties
Verifies and compiles data on all transactions of assigned properties. Verifies sales by interviewing buyers, sellers, and operators of real estate to determine their validity for inclusion in the Department of Revenue annual sales ratio study
Works with other appraisers on appropriate application of appraisal/assessing techniques, and provide work direction to others
Investigates and reviews requests for reduction of assessed valuation or change in classification. Complete review appraisals including Market and Income Proformas
Oversees appeal processes and presents on behalf of the County before local and County boards of appeal and equalization; prepares cases and testifies in Tax Court
Responsible for the litigation of tax court petitions. Handles all aspects of commercial, industrial, apartment, and special purpose property tax petitions including: reviewing compliance with income data disclosure, negotiating fair settlements with tax attorneys, preparing narrative appraisals, and defending values through testimony in Minnesota State Tax Court
Maintains a complete record of each complex property. Inspect land, existing and newly constructed properties to gather physical building attributes and characteristics
Provides information, prepares property splits, map descriptions and participates in requests for application forms
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Thorough knowledge of the laws, principles, methods and techniques of property appraisal
Knowledge of the statistical methodologies involved in the mass appraisal of commercial, industrial, apartment and special use properties, as well as, the State mandated guidelines monitoring the overall level of assessment
Ability to analyze factors which influence the value of property and to exercise sound judgment in determining property values
Ability to guide and review the work of other property appraisers
Ability to implement appraisal techniques with mass appraisal modeling to establish annual market valuations of all commercial, industrial, apartment and special use properties
Ability to perform complex, difficult and controversial property appraisal and assessment duties in an independent, effective manner
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with real estate professionals, attorneys, local official, other employees and the public
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Position 4:
Principal Planner/Senior Planner
Listing Application Link:
Location:
Minnesota
Type:
Full-Time
Accepted Majors:
Engineering| Engineering Technology & Drafting
Job Categories:
Civil Engineering| Engineering Technology, General| Other
Position Description:
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience
Candidates may be considered at either the Senior Planner or Principal Planner level based on experience requirements.
Senior Planner (Starting Salary Range $33.67- $44.95 with progression to $56.23)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban or Regional Planning, with demonstrated coursework in the principles of transportation planning or transportation policy, or a closely related field and four (4) years of experience in a professional position that involved work functions related to transportation planning;
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A combination of education and experience equivalent to six (6) years of experience in a professional position that involved work functions related to transportation planning.
Principal Planner (Starting Salary Range $37.73-$46.36 with progression to $58.00)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban or Regional Planning, with a concentration in transportation planning, transportation policy and related disciplines, or a closely related field and six (6) years of experience in a professional position that involved work functions related to public sector transportation planning;
-OR-
A combination of education and experience equivalent to eight (8) years of experience in a professional position that involved work functions related to public sector transportation planning.
Knowledge of Metropolitan Planning Organization planning processes
Experience with ArcGIS and working knowledge of Travel Demand Modeling
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Experience with short- and long-range transportation planning projects involving roadway, transit, bicycle, pedestrian or freight issues
AICP certification from the American Planning Association; -OR– AICP Certified Transportation Planner (CTP) from the American Planning Association; -OR– Professional Transportation Planner Certification from the Institute of Transportation Engineers
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years. Attendance at evening meetings periodically will be required.
Nature of Work
Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG), who also serves as the Planning Director for the Olmsted County Planning Department, a person in this position will participate in short- and long-range studies concerning the planning of transportation facilities and services and their impact on the ROCOG Planning Area transportation network, land use patterns and economic activity. This person will be responsible for the initiation, management and coordination of various work activities of ROCOG, the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Rochester, Minnesota urbanized area. Key projects this person will play an active role include the required 5-year updates of the regional Long Range Transportation Plan, various corridor or subarea capital investment studies, various data maintenance and data analysis work related to transportation system performance reporting, and ongoing work related to prioritization of projects for federal funding consideration. In addition, as part of ROCOG’s federal charge to facilitate comprehensive, coordinated and collaborative planning efforts with the MPO’s partners, this job will also include involvement in transportation related planning initiatives of the City of Rochester and Olmsted County.
Examples of Work
Prepares materials related to items for meetings of the ROCOG Policy Board and the ROCOG and Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) as well as other periodic associated MPO-related meetings;
Assists with preparation of the annual MPO Transportation Improvement Program (TIP);
Participates in meetings with the ROCOG Executive Director and other staff regarding preparation and monitoring of the annual Unified Transportation Planning Work Program;
Participates in the management of the Federal Functional Classification system for the MPO and the ROCOG response to other federal requirements such as performance measure planning and reporting;
Collects, organizes, and analyzes data for the region’s transportation studies and activities, including travel demand data, crash data, commuting data, and other performance data related to the transportation system;
Completing various transportation tasks to include technical and policy recommendations resulting in short- and long-range transportation plans, including development of ROCOG 25-Year Long Range Transportation Plan updates and amendments to the plan;
Works with ROCOG’s Travel Demand Model consultant and other internal staff on maintenance of the ROCOG Regional Traffic Forecasting Model;
Represents ROCOG at MPO statewide meetings and other state agency meetings such as MnDOT committees at both the District and Central Office
Participates in transportation-related technical committees, advisory committees, working groups and task forces, as appropriate
Conducting planning studies for roadway, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and freight investments conducted by or for the City of Rochester, Olmsted County and other local jurisdictions under the umbrella of ROCOG and the Olmsted County Planning Department;
Participates and supports local planning initiatives, such as Destination Medical Center planning, multimodal policy development at the local jurisdictional level, Rochester and Olmsted County land use plan updates, as well as other studies conducted by other jurisdictions located within the metropolitan planning area
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of transportation planning principles, theories and practices and transportation research methods and techniques, and the ability to adapt new methods and techniques to the position;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office computer applications (Word-Excel-PowerPoint-Access); working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS; familiarity with the use of traffic forecasting models used in transportation planning and software for traffic operations analysis;
Knowledge of state and federal transportation funding programs;
Preparing informational materials, summary memorandums, presentations, planning documents and technical reports;
Keeping up to date on local, state and federal transportation planning issues;
Ability to conduct technical research and make recommendations on transportation planning issues to elected officials and public audiences;
Skill in the organization and leadership of project-level staff, schedules, activities, materials and information for planning studies;
Experience in the facilitation of meetings and consensus building;
Ability to communicate with diverse groups of people in ROCOG metropolitan planning area and explain technical information understandably to people with technical and non-technical backgrounds;
Ability to read, understand and interpret regulations and policies;
Ability to speak and write effectively and persuasively;
Skill in preparing maps and graphics that demonstrate and interpret statistical data;
Ability to represent ROCOG, the Planning Department and Olmsted County with tact and diplomacy;
Ability to prepare and give public presentations before decision-making bodies
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Position 5:
Maintenance Mechanic 1 - Olmsted Waste-to-Energy Facility
Listing Application Link:
Location:
Minnesota
Type:
Full-Time
Accepted Majors:
Engineering| Engineering Technology & Drafting| Repair, Production, & Construction
Job Categories:
Civil Engineering| Construction Trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical)| Engineering (Pre-Engineering), General| Engineering Technology, General| Environmental Science
Position Description:
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience
Starting rate of pay is based on education, experience and qualifying certifications held by the applicant at time of hire.
The $21.04 – $34.10 pay band is base rate of pay. Maximum certification pay is $3.95 and would be added to the base wage.
This position provides a career path. Provided the applicant meets contractual certifications, licensing and time served the applicant may be eligible to be promoted.
Future Promotional Opportunities:
Maintenance Mechanic 2 – $23.56 - $38.16 hourly, plus certification pay
Maintenance Mechanic 3 – $25.46 - $41.23 hourly, plus certification pay
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the maintenance of high-pressure steam and electric power generation systems
--OR--
Associates degree in electro-mechanical maintenance discipline.
--OR--
A combination of education and experience equivalent to two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Required Special Qualifications:
Second Class B Stationary Engineer’s License (2B) or equivalent industry experience to be able to obtain a valid Minnesota Second Class B Stationary (2B) Engineer’s License within three (3) months of employment.
Desirable Qualifications:
Background in resource recovery.
Minnesota Provisional Waste Combustor Certification within 6 months of employment.
Individuals offered a position will be required to take a drug test.
Nature of Work
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of mechanical equipment and electrical systems in a refuse fired cogeneration plant.
Examples of Work
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor
Performs a wide range of maintenance mechanic assignments under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor
Assists in maintaining spare parts/materials inventory
Performs routine housekeeping in assigned areas
Operates loaders and forklifts and other rolling-stock as needed
Performs routine welding tasks
Operates scale house as needed
Operates ash/trash haul truck (with appropriate certification)
Takes responsibility for the safe use of all tools
Carries and responds to pager on assigned weekends, every 8th week
Performs related duties as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of the standards, materials and methods of the mechanical and electrical trades
Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the generation of steam and electrical power
Knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around mechanical and electrical equipment
Knowledge of the functioning of a typical computerized preventive maintenance system
Skill in operating forklifts and other industrial rolling-stock
Skill in the use of computers and technology
Ability to read and understand plans, sketches, diagrams and blueprint
Ability to use both simple hand tools and complex machine tools
Ability to understand and comply with written and oral procedures and instructions
Ability to recognize and diagnose the faulty operation of various power plant systems
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Contact Information
Cassandra
Ray
Recruiter
5073287519
151 4th Street SE
Rochester
Minnesota
55904