NR Spec Int Parks & Trails

Working Title : Natural Resources Specialist Intermediate Parks & Trails

Job Class: Natural Resources Specialist Intermediate Parks & Trails

Agency: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID: 82599

• Location: Split Rock Creek State Park

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 01/07/2025

• Closing Date: 01/27/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit: Parks and Trails

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Varies

• Days of Work: Varied

• Travel Required : Yes, Occasionally

• Salary Range: $26.04 - $37.98 / hourly; $54,372 - $79,302 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Bargaining Unit: 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : 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.

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Natural Resources Specialist Intermediate position at Split Rock Creek State Park. The days and hours of work for this position are varied. Holiday, weekend, and night shifts may be required. This position exists to provide professional assistance in the management, operations, and development of Split Rock Creek State Park, the Casey jones State Trail and Parks and Trails operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Direct staff, contractors and volunteers for assigned program(s), projects and activities so that employees perform assigned duties and an efficient and effective park operation is achieved.

• Administer resource management programs so that natural communities and cultural resources are restored, protected, or rehabilitated consistent with statewide and regional objectives and requirements.

• In collaboration with the site supervisor, assist in implementing development, maintenance, operational, real estate, and rehabilitation programs, projects or activities so that safe, high quality facilities and programs are available to the public, natural and cultural resources are preserved and protected and programs/facilities comply with relevant standards and state codes.

• Conduct enforcement, emergency, visitor, and public relations services and activities to protect resources, facilities, visitors and staff; promote positive public relations; inform the public and others about division activities and goals; and ensure state, agency, department and division rules are followed.

• Assist in planning, policy development, grant administration, and fiscal management activities, to accomplish agency and division goals and objectives in accordance with rules and guidelines.

• Assure responsibility for safety and accountability for safety performance so that employees perform tasks according to established safety procedures and reduce injuries and equipment damage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation, Business, Communications, or closely related field, and ONE YEAR experience involving outdoor recreation and/or natural resources facilities, projects or program responsibilities (e.g. trail, park, water access, campground or Natural Resources based recreation), including creating work plans and/or preparing reports, administering and/or supporting work that includes outdoor recreation and/or natural resources management programs, facilities or projects; administrative experience with budget and process management.

OR

• A Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in natural or cultural resource management, parks and recreation, natural science, communications, education, public relations, business management, political science, public administration, social science or closely related field will substitute for the above experience.

AND

• Conflict resolution skills sufficient to resolve issues with individuals and groups.

• Communications skills sufficient to give clear instructions and provide appropriate responses to individuals and groups.

• Knowledge of outdoor recreation facilities and programs.

• Writing skills sufficient to develop and finalize work plans, reports and/or proposals using appropriate business language.

• Ability to use and understand computer and communication equipment sufficient to carry out administrative tasks and complete work effectively.This includes word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

• Ability to navigate natural terrain, board vehicles and watercraft (including trucks and large equipment), and endure physical exertion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degreein Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation or closely related degree.

• Experience and skill managing natural areas such as exotic species control, prescribed burning, conducting resource inventories and preparing environmental impact assessments.

• Experience prioritizing work and managing projects.

• Experience working with GPS, using GIS skills to create plan maps, and analyzing data.

• Experience directing staff, coordinating volunteers, and working with other agencies.

• Experience communicating with audiences, giving presentations, media interviews, writing articles and publications.

• Experience monitoring and managing budgets.

• Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing roads, buildings, trails, and water systems.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License with a clear driving record.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

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 ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.