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Job ID: 53097 – NR Supv 2 Parks & Trails
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Location: Altura
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Tempory: Unlimited
Job Class: Natural Resources Supervisor 2 Parks & Trails
Working Title: NR Supv 2 Parks & Trails
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicantsDate Posted: 02/26/2022Closing Date: 03/18/2022Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Natural Resources Dept / Natural Resource-MMADivision/Unit: DNR Parks & Trails Reg 3 / PAT-R3 WhitewaterWork Shift/Work Hours: RotatingDays of Work: VariesTravel Required: NoSalary Range: $27.60 – $40.03/hourly; $57,628 – $83,582/annuallyClassified Status: ClassifiedBargaining Unit/Union: 216 – Middle Management Association/MMAEmployment Condition: Full-time, UnlimitedFLSA Status: NonexemptConnect 700 Program Eligible: Yes
Job Summary
This is an unlimited (year-round) full-time (100%) position at Whitewater State Park located in
Altura, MN. Hours will be primarily day hours; days of work will vary and include some
evenings, weekends and holidays, generally between the hours of 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM. The
position is anticipated to be FLSA – Exempt for the summer season.
The 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 Whitewater State Park. This position exists to
provide direct supervisory work in areas of moderate complexity 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. S/he can be in charge or of an independent unit under the guidance of the
PAT district.
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Responsibilities include:
Exercise authority in supervising staff and equitably administering labor plans and
agreements.
Administer fiscal management, planning, policy development, and grant
administration activities, in collaboration with others as needed.
Collaborate with others to direct administration of resource management programs.
Direct the design and implementation of development, maintenance, operational,
real estate, and rehabilitation activities and programs.
Administer and direct enforcement, emergency, visitor, and public relations services
and activities.
Conduct other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Current (ONE YEAR) experience as a Natural Resources Supervisor 2 – Parks.
OR
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks and
Recreation, Natural Science, Communications, public relations, business
management, political science, public administration, social science, education,
interpretation, or closely related field and ONE YEAR professional or para-
professional level experience in a natural resources setting, agency or organization
including supervisory or lead work responsibilities.
AND
Conflict resolution skills/experience
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Writing skills sufficient to communicate work plans, proposals, and reports.
Oral communication skills sufficient to communicate work requirements to
individuals and groups.
Organizational and administrative skills sufficient to organize diverse elements or
work and perform tasks within administrative requirements.
Project management skills sufficient to ensure projects are organized, tracked and
completed on a timely basis.
Ability to work collaboratively and uphold the culture of respect.
Fiscal skills sufficient to administer budgets and track expenditures and/or income.
Ability to comprehend laws, rules, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of natural and cultural resource requirements, including interpretive
programs.
Understanding of safety requirements as they relate to working with a variety of
equipment and machinery.
Word processing skills sufficient to draft memos, letters, etc.
Spreadsheet skills sufficient to create, modify and manipulate spreadsheet data.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and operate in adverse and extreme
environments.
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Ability to operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, shop and office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation or closely
related degree.
Two or more years of direct supervisory experience (including lead worker and work
out of class experience) training, coordinating, and directing other staff, volunteers,
or others on resource or recreation projects.
Certifications and licenses appropriate to the job opening.
Successful completion of leadership and/or supervisory training offered by the DNR
or comparable programs.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally lifting articles such as 50 pounds maximum and frequently lifting and/or
carrying objects such as heavy tools and file boxes. This job may require walking or standing
to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and
pulling of arm and/or leg controls.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
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This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License with a clear driving record.
It is policy of the Department of the Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a
background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following
components:
Employment Reference CheckSEMA4 Records CheckCriminal History CheckEducation/License Verification
Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits
package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short
and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred
compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Our goal as an employer is to actively recruit, welcome and support a workforce, which is
diverse and inclusive of people who are underrepresented in the development of State of
Minnesota policies, programs and practices, so that we can support the success and growth of
all people.
We are proud to operate within a Culture of Respect that provides a healthy, safe, and
productive work environment for all employees. This means that our employees are respectful
to one another and to our customers. We believe that promoting a Culture of Respect allows
our employees to do their best work in support of the agency’s mission.
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs,
contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.
For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
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If you are a Connect 700 applicant, please submit your certificate to Ann Ward at ann.
ward@state.mn.us by the job posting close date.
Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Brent Anderson at brent.anderson@state.mn.us or 507-312-2303 |
