Working Title: Emergency Management and Disaster Recovery Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 90313
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 50%
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/15/2026
Closing Date : 02/04/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Operation Services Division, Central Office
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, 10%
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
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.
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to fill one (1) Emergency Management and Disaster Recovery Coordinator / State Program Admin Principal position in St. Paul, Minnesota. This position assists in providing emergency preparedness and disaster recovery planning and coordination for the DNR Emergency Management Program.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting in plan development, maintenance, and continuous improvement for the disaster recovery program, radiological emergency preparedness program, and continuity of operations program, ensuring alignment with responsibilities set forth in Minnesota Statute, the Minnesota Emergency Operations Plan, Governor's Executive Orders, and federal guidelines.
Facilitating data collection and maintaining the continuity of operations system and notification, activation, and communication system.
Conducting training drills, exercises, and after-action reviews to build agency preparedness for emergency response and recovery.
Providing emergency management and disaster recovery technical support, project management, disaster recovery program financial monitoring and promoting culture of preparedness and resilience across the agency.
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. This position will require occasional travel to other DNR locations and meeting sites outside of the primary work location.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years' professional level experience in 3 of the 4 areas: emergency management, disaster recovery, radiological emergency preparedness, or continuity of operations.
A bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a degree in emergency management field or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Two (2) years' professional level experience in developing all-hazard emergency operations plans, including hazard identification, threat evaluation, mitigation planning, and risk assessments.
One (1) year of professional level experience in designing, conducting, and evaluating training, exercises, and after-action reviews to improve capability to respond incidents.
One (1) year of professional level experience in emergency preparedness, incident management, and Incident Command System (ICS).
Completion of the following FEMA Incident Command System Training withing the last five (5) years:
ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System
ICS-200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
IS-700: National Incident Management System and Introduction
IS-300: Introduction to Continuity
Demonstrated experience in developing long range plans and programs with clear goals and objectives through project management, planning, process improvement, and innovation.
Communication skills sufficient to establish effective working relationships with diverse audiences.
Comprehensive analytical skills and experience to quickly integrate information from a variety of sources.
Demonstrated ability to work under limited supervision.
Demonstrated ability to use and effectively integrate products within Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
Emergency Management Certificate
FEMA Level I Certified Continuity Professional
Experience working with mass notification, activation, and communication systems.
Experience managing, coordinating, and implementing programs across multiple agencies and divisions.
Experience with continuity of operations planning, radiological emergency preparedness program planning and exercises, and the FEMA public assistance grant program administration.
Working knowledge and understanding of emergency management principles, practices and responsibilities set forth in state statute, Minnesota Emergency Operations Plan, Governor's Executive Orders, and federal regulations.
Experience with statistics and research methods sufficient to select and use procedures to develop test plans, solve programs, and interpret results.
Experience with operating databases, including data collection.
Additional Requirements
This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver's license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency.
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.
