Working Title: Invasive Carp Field Supervisor
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Supervisor Senior
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 91501
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/24/2026
Closing Date : 02/13/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Fish and Wildlife
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $30.55 - $44.24 / hourly; $63,788 - $92,373 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
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 coordinates the DNR's field program to detect, monitor, and remove invasive carp state-wide in all Minnesota rivers. The incumbent will design and perform sampling and removal plans with various gears in a variety of habitats, targeting all life stages of invasive carp and native species within similar habitats and coordinate state-wide invasive carp field-related activities and outreach across divisions and regions. The position supervises all invasive carp program field staff and acts as the department's representative in directing private contractors involved in invasive carp removal.
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 may require reporting to the primary work location on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of professional level experience with increasing responsibility in the areas of fisheries management, research, ecology or closely related field sufficient to develop, administer and support fish management or research on a regional scale.
A bachelor's degree in biology, fisheries, fish and wildlife, or closely associated area may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Demonstrated supervisory or lead worker experience and training that incorporates coaching and conflict resolution skills to effectively direct, discipline, train, and educate others.
Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team.
Ability to prepare and edit high quality technical reports and management plans to present to division management and other decision makers.
Communication skills sufficient to convey information with technical audiences and local constituents (e.g., professional fisheries organizations, organized angling groups, legislative committees, etc.).
Ability to safely work in adverse weather and environmental conditions and to safely operate equipment such as boats, outboard motors, trailers, etc.
Computer proficiency, including knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and statistical programs sufficient to analyze collected data and perform statistical analysis.
Conflict resolution/human relation skills sufficient to negotiate, resolve issues, read situations and settle disputes equitably by finding common ground and cooperation.
Considerable knowledge of procedures involved in planning, executing, evaluating, and reporting on a comprehensive fisheries area management program.
Ability to treat employees inclusively in the areas of accommodation, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development.
Ability to set long term and short term goals and objectives that equitably empower all employees, stakeholders, and the public.
Ability to track and manage budgets, including meeting reporting requirements for grant funding.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with sampling and removal of invasive carp at various life stages.
Experience working in large river environments, including knowledge of unique challenges and hazards encountered there.
Experience managing external grant funding, including applying for funds and completing required reporting.
Experience working in partnership with multiple organizations to achieve common objectives
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. All job offers are contingent upon passing 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.
