What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airport Planning and Zoning Coordinator position at MnDOT?
This position provides leadership and direction for the long-term and sustainable growth of Minnesota’s system of airports. This includes providing the office with expertise in airport safety zoning and compatible land use around airports, managing and overseeing the Air Service Marketing grant program, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) reviews and approval processes, and management of aviation system and environmental planning activities in a particular region of the state. The position will also participate in all State Aviation System Planning activities, including, but not limited to, updates to the State Aviation System Plan and a continuous system planning process. Lastly, the position may also be a project manager for various long- or short-term planning efforts and/or studies.
WHY WORK FOR US
We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:
· 12 paid holidays per year
· Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
· Earn 13 days paid sick time
· Defined pension plan
· Paid life insurance
· Paid parental leave available
· Some telework may be available
· And more!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of advanced professional transportation planning experience that demonstrates:
· Experience interpreting and applying state and federal requirements related to transportation zoning and compatible land use.
· Experience leading and coordinating major statewide/regional planning projects.
A bachelor's or master’s degree in planning, geography, urban studies, sociology, or political science may substitute for six months of advanced professional transportation planning experience.
APPLY ONLINE BY 4/14/2025:
- Go to www.mn.gov/careers
- Click “Search open positions”
- Enter the Job Opening ID “85123” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
- Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
- Click “Apply for Job”
- When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Internet Job Board – really.
Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.
CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Lena Garcia, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist
Lena.Garcia@state.mn.us or 612-257-2388
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,997.00 - $109,682.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55155
Salary : $73,997 - $109,682