Working Title : NR Supervisor 2 Parks and Trails
Job Class: NR Supervisor 2 Parks and Trails
Agency: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Job ID: 93070
Location: Crow Wing State Park
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Permanent
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: mm/dd/yyyy
Closing Date: mm/dd/yyyy
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit: Parks and Trails Region 2
Work Shift/Work Hours: Varies
Days of Work: Varies
Travel Required : Yes, Occasional
Salary Range: $31.66 - $45.92 / hourly; $66,106 - $95,881 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
FLSA Status : Mixed - Rotates between Non-exempt and Exempt- Executive each year
Bargaining Unit: 216 - Middle Management Association (MMA)
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 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one (1) full-time, unlimited NR Supervisor 2 position at Crow Wing State Park. The days and hours of work will vary based on the business needs of the park. For FLSA purposes, this position is anticipated to be Exempt for a portion of the year.
This position is responsible for the administration, supervision and implementation of Department of Natural Resources' and Division of Parks and Trails' programs, activities, policies and rules pertaining to the operation of Crow Wing and Charles Lindbergh State Parks. This position exists to provide direct supervisory work in the management and operation of state parks, recreation areas, and outdoor recreation and natural resources management programs.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Exercises authority in supervising staff and equitably administering labor plans and agreements.
Administers fiscal management, planning, policy development, and grant administration activities, in collaboration with others as needed, to accomplish agency and division goals and comply with rules and guidelines.
Direct and administer enforcement, emergency, to protect resources, facilities, visitors and staff; promote positive public relations; inform the public and others about division activities and goals; and ensure state, agency, department and division rules are followed.
Conduct visitor services and public relations activities to ensure positive visitor experiences, promote positive public relations; inform the public and others about division activities and goals
direct development and administration of resource management programs so that natural communities and cultural resources are restored, protected, or rehabilitated consistent with statewide and regional objectives and requirements.
Administer and direct development, maintenance, operational, real estate, and rehabilitation activities and programs so that safe, high-quality facilities and programs are available to the public, natural and cultural resources are preserved and protected, and programs/facilities comply with relevant standards and state codes.
Assure responsibility for safety and accountability for safety performance so that employees perform tasks according to established safety procedures and reduce injuries and equipment damage.
Minimum Qualifications
Current (ONE YEAR) experience as a Natural Resources Supervisor 2 - Parks.
OR
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks and Recreation, Natural Science, Communications, public relations, business management, political science, public administration, social science, education, interpretation, or closely related field and ONE YEAR professional or para-professional level experience in a natural resources setting, agency or organization including supervisory or lead work responsibilities.
AND
Conflict resolution skills/experience
Writing skills sufficient to communicate work plans, proposals, and reports.
Communication skills sufficient to communicate work requirements to individuals and groups.
Organizational and administrative skills sufficient to organize diverse elements or work and perform tasks within administrative requirements.
Project management skills sufficient to ensure projects are organized, tracked and completed on a timely basis.
Ability to work collaboratively and uphold the culture of respect.
Fiscal skills sufficient to administer budgets and track expenditures and/or income.
Ability to comprehend laws, rules, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of natural and cultural resource requirements, including interpretive programs.
Understanding of safety requirements as they relate to working with a variety of equipment and machinery.
Word processing skills sufficient to draft memos, letters, etc.
Spreadsheet skills sufficient to create, modify and manipulate spreadsheet data.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and operate in adverse and extreme environments.
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, shop and office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Wildfire training.
Chainsaw training and experience.
Bachelor degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation.
Two or more years of direct supervisory experience (may include work out of class experience).
Experience in recreational project planning, execution, oversight, and evaluation.
Natural resource project experience - planning and execution.
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead a team in a high-stress environment.
Experience with emergency response (natural disasters and/or medical emergencies).
Experience adapting a safety program to a work location and specific compliment of employees.
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.
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Employment Reference Check
SEMA4 Records Check
Criminal History Check
Education/License 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.
