Working Title: Engineering & Mineral Operations Manager
Job Class: Engineer Administrative Management
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 85179
Location : Hibbing
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/04/2025
Closing Date : 04/24/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Lands and Minerals
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.
This position will manage the Mineral Operations and Engineering Section including the administration of lease agreements and planning for orderly exploration and development of state-owned resources covering iron ore, taconite, metallic and industrial minerals. To provide technical direction to the state's efforts to develop mineral resources by defining projects and/or cooperating with private industry efforts to develop new products or make current products more competitive in world markets.
Responsibilities include:
Manage the Mineral Operation and Engineering Section and assure efficient operations within established program goals and objectives.
Manage and supervise the Hibbing Lands & Minerals facilities.
Provide the technical expertise and administrative support for the development and mining of state-owed/administered mineral resources assuring an appropriate rate of return consistent with Department policy and statutory and constitutional mandates.
Provide for the inspection of mining operations on state-owned mineral lands and review mining data to assure compliance with mineral leases or agreements, including the determination and collection of the appropriate rents, royalties or other payments.
Supervise evaluations of mineral properties in areas where resources have been identified. Determine whether potential for new or resumed mining (including stockpiled materials) exists that could generate additional revenue.
Identify opportunities for mineral development through application of scientific, engineering and business skills so the state receives the maximum benefit from its resources.
Provide assistance to the Director and Minerals Assistant Director, in developing long and short-range plans to provide for sound management and wise use of state mineral resources.
This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering or geology.
Three (3) years of managerial, advanced supervisory or advanced program management and planning experience related to mining that includes state, regional and project level planning and supervision.
Licensed professional engineer in the state of Minnesota, or ability to become licensed within twelve (12) months.
Experienced managing large, complex operations and projects applying modern management principles and practices that include: risk, fiscal, workload, and office management; quality improvement; employee involvement; team building; problem identification and resolution; and strategic planning in an effective and efficient manner.
Experience developing and managing budgets and revenue forecasts.
Knowledge of mining engineering, mineral processing, metallurgy, economics, and real property law.
Ability to review and determine precise computations sufficient to verify royalty revenues.
Ability to understand lease terminology and requirements for compliance.
Oral and written communication skills sufficient to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly, concisely, and effectively.
Ability to set long term and short-term goals and objectives that equitably empower all employees, stakeholders, and the public.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in engineering, geology, or business.
Currently licensed in Minnesota as a Professional Engineer in a Mining, Mineral Processing or a Geology related discipline.
Considerable knowledge of the mineral industry sectors in the state, and the feasibility of developing specific mineral deposits.
Considerable knowledge of current research activities related to ferrous and non-ferrous, and metallic mineral resources in Minnesota.
Ability to analyze natural resource data and determine mineral resource and reserve estimates.
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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
