Working Title: District Manager
Job Class: Natural Resources Supervisor
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 87419
Location : Little Falls or Sauk Rapids
Telework Eligible : Yes - Up to 50% per month
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/09/2025
Closing Date : 09/01/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Ecological and Water Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Travel required for meetings
Salary Range: $38.96 - $56.10 / hourly; $81,348 - $117,136 / annually
Job Class Option : Ecological & Water Resources
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
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.
Job Summary
The Division of Ecological and Water Resources is seeking to hire one (1) District Manager. The selected candidate will have the option to report to one of the following locations: Little Falls or Sauk Rapids. The specific location will be agreed upon at time of selection. This position will direct, manage, administer, and implement all Divisional programs, policies, budgets, grants and operations for the Central Region North District. The position provides leadership for the Department as a member on the Division and Regional Management Teams to develop and implement the Division's and Department's mission and vision.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate in the development and management of policies, programs, priorities, and processes of the Division and Department as a member of the Division's regional leadership team (comprised of the Regional Manager, Asst. Regional Manager, and District Managers) to accomplish the Division's and Department's mission and vision.
Provide program direction, priority setting, work planning, and strategic leadership for Division programs within the District so that operational needs and program requirements are met.
Establish and maintain partnerships with external constituents and stakeholders for awareness and understanding of Division goals and to understand stakeholder needs, desires, and expectations.
Provide leadership and supervision for Division Area staff through direct and indirect reports, ensuring that Department, Division, Region, and Area programs are implemented and personnel time is effectively used.
Direct and manage the District fiscal and administrative activities so that organization and program requirements are met and funds are spent consistent with priorities, objectives, and financial guidelines and directives.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in natural resources sciences such as ecological resources, water resources, natural resource management, or closely related field.
A minimum of three (3) years managerial or supervisory experience that includes state, regional and project level planning and/or management within a natural resource field or a minimum of five years professional experience implementing natural resources management programs.
Skills in management and/or leadership.
Organizational and interpersonal skills to direct, develop and engage staff.
Experience managing ecological, natural resource or water resource management programs.
Ability to effectively work in a team environment by incorporation of multi-disciplined interests into decisions and actions.
Experience in negotiation, conflict resolution and consensus building with diverse groups in order to solve difficult and sensitive problems.
Possess skills to effectively communicate complex information in varied settings to a wide variety of audiences.
Must have knowledge of natural resources systems, especially the connectivity between land and water.
Ability to direct effective workplace safety programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in creating or managing budgets.
Knowledge of the legislative process and functions.
Advanced degree in natural resources sciences such as: ecological resources, water resources, natural resource management or closely related field.
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.
