Director, Interceptor Services

Director, Interceptor Services

Salary

$155,979.00 - $253,240.00 Annually

Location

Regional Maintenance Facility (RMF) - Eagan, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00334

Division

Environmental Services

Department

Interceptors

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

10/9/2026 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. Environmental Services water resource recovery facilities consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. MCES received a Governor's Award as a Great Place to Work.

To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Director, Interceptor Services is responsible for the comprehensive management and strategic direction of the Interceptor Services business unit within the Environmental Services Division. This role involves setting a clear vision and high standards for the unit, ensuring that organizational goals and policies are achieved while fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and collaboration. The Director will develop and implement business strategies that align with emerging industry trends and customer needs, ensuring operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and financial stability. This position also plays a pivotal role in driving innovation, managing large-scale infrastructure, and representing the division in various forums.

What you would do in this job

• Assist in overseeing the administration, management, and operations of the Interceptor Services Business Unit while developing and implementing strategic plans and policies.
• Ensure the successful implementation of strategic plans, monitor organizational performance, and drive operational effectiveness and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and promote a safe and healthy work environment.
• Provide financial insights, establish and monitor budgets, and identify opportunities for revenue generation and cost savings.
• Direct and develop staff, ensuring adherence to policies and fostering a positive, equitable, and respectful work environment.
• Develop collaborative relationships within the agency and with external stakeholders, promoting teamwork and effective communication.
• Provide strategic direction for the management of the interceptor system, ensuring compliance with water quality standards and maintaining system integrity.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of completed education (in engineering, wastewater treatment and technology, management, or related field) and experience (in wastewater collection system maintenance or related field):

• Bachelors or higher degree with nine years of experience, including five years of management experience.
• Associate degree with eleven years of experience, including five years of management experience.
• High school diploma/GED with thirteen years of experience, including five years of management experience.

License Requirement: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency S-A Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certificate or the ability to obtain within 24 months.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience creating and managing wastewater conveyance systems operating budgets.
• Experience with wastewater conveyance infrastructure maintenance.
• Experience with wastewater conveyance infrastructure design and construction.
• Project management experience.
• Experience working with diverse populations promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

• Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations, codes, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of current technology principles specific to industrial settings.
• Knowledge of financial management, including budget preparation, administration, and cost control.
• Knowledge of managerial principles and practices.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• Skill in persuasion, influencing, negotiating, and decision-making.
• Performance management techniques.
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of customers or clients.
• Ability to evaluate alternatives, make effective decisions, align initiatives with strategic priorities, and draw accurate conclusions.
• Ability to take informed risks, make principled decisions, and face high-stakes issues head-on.
• Ability to motivate others and clearly communicate how each team member can contribute to the goals of the organization.
• Ability to resolve problems and consistently follow through on commitments.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage large-scale infrastructure projects and ensure their alignment with strategic objectives.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

Union/Grade: Non-Represented / Grade O

FLSA Status: Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:

It is anticipated that a minimum of 25% of time will be spent in the field at various work locations throughout the seven-county metropolitan area. Work is divided between the field, with exposure to malodorous conditions, outdoor weather, and a normal office environment. Position may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and occasionally to wet, humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals. There is occasional exposure to extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. This position works near moving parts and equipment, is frequently required to travel by car locally, and may be required to work at night and on weekends.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.
• We conduct a leadership assessment.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job youre applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.

We believe our employees are a key to our agencys success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic
• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
• parking at many job locations
• fitness centers at many job locations
• Employee Assistance Program
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important that your application shows all relevant education and experience you possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely and please do not type "see resume." Otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

• CareerForce Center
• Community Event/Organization
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
• Twitter
• Website: governmentjobs.com
• Website: metrocouncil.org
• Website: metrotransit.org
• Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
• Other

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If you selected "other," please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected "employee referral," please enter the employees first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title.

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Please select the option that reflects your education and experience level.

• Bachelors or higher degree in engineering, wastewater treatment and technology, management, or related field AND nine or more years of experience in wastewater collections system maintenance or related field
• Associate degree in engineering, wastewater treatment and technology, management, or related field AND eleven or more years of experience in wastewater collections system maintenance or related field
• High school diploma/GED AND thirteen or more years of experience in wastewater collections system maintenance or related field
• Some education in engineering, wastewater treatment and technology, management, or related field AND/OR some experience in wastewater collections system maintenance or related field, but less than the education/experience combinations above
• None of the above

05

Describe your experience in wastewater collection system maintenance or related field. Include where you obtained this experience, your job title, and a general description of your job duties. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A."

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Do you have five years of experience in a management role?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently have a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency S-A Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certificate or the ability to obtain certification within 24 months?

• Yes
• No

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Please select the areas below with which you have work experience (select all that apply).

• Experience creating and managing wastewater conveyance systems operating budgets
• Experience with wastewater conveyance infrastructure maintenance
• Experience with wastewater conveyance infrastructure design and construction
• Project management experience

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Describe your experience creating and managing operating budgets. Include the level of responsibility, accountability, and budgetary amount. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A."

10

Describe your experience supervising or managing employees in a unionized environment. Include the number of employees and unions, and whether you have experience with contract negotiations/interpretation and grievance procedures. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A."

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Describe your experience working with EPA, MNPCA, OSHA, and/or other regulatory agencies. Include your role in the interaction and what other regulatory agencies you worked with. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A."

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Describe your experience working with municipalities, cities, or other governmental agencies. Include your role in the interaction and what agencies you worked with. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A."

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Describe your experience working with diverse populations promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees.

Required Question

Employer Metropolitan Council

Address 390 Robert St. N.

St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website https://metrocouncil.org