ERM is hiring an Agricultural Monitor to oversee environmental compliance during the construction phase in Rochester, MN. The Agricultural Monitor functions as an independent third-party inspector providing direct reports to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and will be responsible for auditing Client’s compliance with the provisions of the Plan. This is a full-time (60 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 9 weeks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in preconstruction training activities.




• Monitor construction and restoration activities on Agricultural Land for compliance with provision of the Plan.




• Report instances of noncompliance to the Environmental Inspector.




• Prepare regular compliance reports and submit them to the MDA.




• Act as a liaison between Landowners and the MDA when necessary and requested by the Landowner.




• Serve as a resource to investigate compliances at the direction of the MDA and explain any proposed changes to this Plan during construction.




• Maintain a written log of communications from Landowners regarding compliance with this Plan as well as report Landowner compliances to Environmental Inspector or right-of-way representative.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS or BA degree preferred, equivalent agricultural monitoring/environmental inspection or monitoring experience, or a minimum of 6 years of relevant construction experience.




• 4+ years of agricultural monitoring/environmental inspection or permitting experience specific to linear and/or other energy infrastructure projects.




• An understanding of construction (e.g., pipelines, power lines, compressor/pumping stations, gas storage fields, wind farms, solar facilities, offshore facilities) gained through field experience.




• Strong verbal and written communication skills.




• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.




• Proficient technical skills, including, but not limited to, experience using Microsoft Office programs and digital cameras.




• Knowledge of environmental sampling methods; and




• The ability to travel extensively and to work 40 to 70+ hours per week in a physically demanding position on temporary assignments.



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  Be physically fit and able to:

  
  
  
  

  • Walk/hike for up to 10 hours per day on possible uneven, steep, challenging terrain.

  
  

  • Be able to carry up to 10 pounds of equipment while walking/hiking.

  
  

  • Work in all weather conditions.

  
  
  
  

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

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