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Fisheries Laborer - Laborer General

State of Minnesota • Park Rapids, MN • 2h ago

Working Title: Fisheries Laborer General

Job Class: Laborer General

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

Job ID : 92765

Location : Park Rapids

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Seasonal

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 03/11/2026

Closing Date : 03/31/2026

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: $20.96 - $24.21 / hourly

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

Work Area : Park Rapids area

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.

This is a full-time seasonal position anticipated to begin approximately April 15th and end October 27th.

This position exists to assist with field work and conduct activities to protect, sustain or enhance fisheries and aquatic resources within and adjacent to the Park Rapids Fisheries Management Area (Hubbard, northern Wadena, and eastern Becker Counties).

Duties include:

Assisting with the collection of physical, chemical, and biological information on lakes and streams, to be used in making fisheries management decisions.

Assisting with various phases of fish rearing, harvest, and distribution activities so that optimum quality and quantity of fish are maintained in public waters.

Assisting with fish propagation activities so production quotas are met, and healthy sport fisheries are maintained in public waters.

Collaborate in the proper operation, maintenance and repair of field equipment, nets, shop tools and equipment, fleet vehicles, area headquarters building and grounds and Fisheries owned/operated structures and properties so that management objectives can be carried out with optimum safety, efficiency and effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including digging, lifting, planting, shoveling, hauling, carrying, bending, pushing, climbing and walking on uneven terrain for extended periods of time in extreme weather and environmental conditions.

Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work independently.

Ability to withstand exposure to adverse weather and environmental conditions.

Experience performing routine grounds maintenance utilizing mowers, weed-whips, etc. Ability to use a chainsaw for cutting small trees and clearing brush.

Experience operating small equipment, various hand and power tools, outboard motors.

Ability to safely perform boat trailering and backing/launching/loading.

Ability to measure/record and accurately enter data onto paper and computer programs (water temperature, fish length and weight measurements, fish counts, time sheet data, etc.) and demonstrate attention to detail.

Basic knowledge of fish management and common species identification.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in fish culture, monitoring water quality and maintaining water flows, water temperatures and fish eggs.

Experience in the use of various fish sampling techniques and equipment.

Experience with furbearer trapping.

Demonstrated thorough knowledge of fish biology and sampling (identification, requirements, techniques).

Basic plumbing skills and experience performing routine maintenance on outboard motors, pumps, water filters, water heaters/chillers, and water delivery systems.

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.

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.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

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.

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