Working Title: Student Worker Para Prof Sr
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 91062
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/10/2026
Closing Date : 03/02/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Forestry
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Forestry Resource Assessment
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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 Division of Forestry is seeking to hire a temporary Part-Time Student Worker Para Professional in St. Paul, MN. The future incumbent is anticipated to work March 2026 through December 2026. This position exists primarily to perform GIS services or analysis. Coordinate with staff to assist on assigned project work, program, design, write and code GIS and spatial analysis scripts or other project work with the Resource Assessment Program (RAP). Examples include forest inventory tree plot database editing, urban street tree survey data analysis, cartography, GIS spatial analysis, data entry, editing, programming, Power App creation and other project work.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Collect, analyze, manipulate, and organize geospatial datasets using GIS. Create maps using GIS, spatial data, aerial photography, and other remotely sensed data to support program inventory and assessment projects.
Database design and implementation using Microsoft Power Apps, Power BI, visualizations and automations in support of Resource Assessment Program.
Other duties as assigned to support RAP program and Department or Division needs.
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 reporting to the primary work location on a regular basis for field work and meeting.
Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker you must be a student enrolled in an educational program or planning to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as student workers, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. As a student you must be enrolled in a post secondary or graduate program. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.
Completion of 1 year of post-secondary education in Civil, Environmental or Agricultural Engineering; Forest Hydrology; Geography; Geology; Geophysics; Hydrogeology; Natural Resources and Environmental Studies; Soil Science; Water Resources Management; or equivalent; including at least two courses in, hydrology, hydraulics, or hydrogeology.
Communication skills, sufficient to represent the position and Division in a professional, efficient, and clear manner.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
Ability to accurately record, transcribe, and transfer data electronically.
Organizational skills sufficient to prioritize a diverse workload and adjust to changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
Experienced in conducting, entering, and analyzing surveys.
Experienced in data management.
Additional Requirements
No driving duties are required.
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.
