NR Supv 1 Parks & Trails

Working Title: Assistant Park Supervisor

Job Class: Natural Resources Supervisor 1 Parks & Trails

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 82650

• Location : _Buffalo River 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 Buffalo River State Park

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $28.90 - $41.98 / hourly; $60,343 - $87,654 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Mixed - Rotates between Non-exempt and Exempt -Executive each year

• 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 DNR is currently seeking to fill one (1) permanent, full-time Natural Resources Supervisor 1 at Buffalo River State Park located near Glyndon, MN. Days and hours of work will vary and include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. For FLSA purposes, this posting is anticipated to be Exempt for a portion of the year.

This position is responsible for the administration, supervision and implementation of Department of Natural Resources' and Division of Parks and Trails' programs, activities, policies, and rules pertaining to the operation of Minnesota State Parks. This position provides direct supervisory work in the management and operation of state parks, recreation areas, and outdoor recreation and natural resources management programs. The incumbent directs and administers division programs, activities, budgets, and rules.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to

• Exercise authority so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered and employees under the supervisor's jurisdiction effectively perform assigned job duties to achieve program, work plan, unit, and section objectives.

• Direct implementation of development, maintenance, operational, real estate, and rehabilitation programs, 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.

• Collaborate on planning, policy development, program administration and fiscal management.

• To establish and strengthen partnerships with stakeholders, partners, local units of government, private citizens, private businesses, interest groups, other governmental agencies, and department disciplines to accomplish the Department's mission, and within that, accomplish the PAT Unit's recreation mission.

• Conduct enforcement, emergency, visitor, and public relations services and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current (ONE YEAR) experience as a Natural Resources Supervisor 1 - Parks.

OR

• Associates degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks and Recreation, Business, Communications or other closely related field; and TWO YEARS of para-professional or professional experience that includes lead-work, directing staff, or managing a project with staff; or professional level work in a natural resources setting or field.

• A Bachelor's or advanced degree in natural resource management, parks and recreation, natural science, communications, public relations, business management, political science, public administration, social science, education, interpretation, or closely related degree may substitute for one year of the experience listed above.

AND

• Writing skills sufficient to communicate work plans, proposals, and reports.

• Oral communication skills sufficient to communicate work requirements to individuals, teams, or crews.

• Organizational and administrative skills sufficient to organize diverse elements of work and perform tasks within administrative requirements.

• Ability to comprehend laws, rules, policies, and procedures.

• Fiscal skills sufficient to administer a small budget, track expenditures and income.

• Word processing skills sufficient to draft letters, memos, correspondence, etc.

• Spreadsheet skills sufficient to create, edit and modify spreadsheets.

• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, shop, and office equipment.

• Ability to effectively communicate with multicultural communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation or closely related degree.

• Para-professional lead-work in a natural resource agency or organization.

• Natural Resources work experience in a natural resource agency (federal, state, or regional) in a park and/or trail setting that includes natural resource management.

• Knowledge of and/or experience in working with outside partners, user groups, stakeholders, or other units of government.

• Knowledge of and/or experience in grant administration/project management, overseeing construction contracts, or contractor work.

• Knowledge of and/or experience working on outdoor recreation programs.

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.

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.