Working Title: Environmental Review Project Manager
Job Class: Planner Principal State
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 96684
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 : 09/02/2026
Closing Date : 09/22/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Ecological and Water Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, infrequent travel for meetings
Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees/MAPE
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.
The Division of Ecological and Water Resources is seeking to hire one (1) full-time permanent Environmental Review Project Manager located in St. Paul, Minnesota. This position exists to coordinate and manage DNR environmental impact statement (EIS) and environmental assessment worksheet (EAWs) documents to fulfill the responsibilities of DNR under the Minnesota Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) and assist in the review and preparation of other environmental review documents. The first project will be to manage and coordinate the preparation of a mining industry environmental impact statement (EIS) to fulfill the responsibilities of DNR under the MEPA and related activities.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct and manage complete environmental review of EIS and EAW projects for which the DNR is responsible so that the rules and requirements of the Minnesota Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) and the Minnesota Rules are fully met.
Organize and conduct planning activities necessary to prepare EAWs and EISs for which the DNR is the responsible governmental unit (RGU).
Manage EIS budgetary and financial matters to ensure that costs are appropriate and in keeping with initial estimates.
Manage the EIS consultant hiring process and direct, manage and oversee consultant work.
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 an annual telework agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, natural resources management, political science, or related field.
Three (3) years of professional project management experience in natural resources program administration, environmental impact analysis, or related field.
Project management skills sufficient to identify risks, critical paths, and resources and coordinate the work of others across multiple simultaneous operations.
Knowledge of formal environmental review laws, procedures, and policies.
Skills in meeting and group facilitation (virtual and in-person), conflict resolution, effective listening, and negotiation with diverse stakeholder groups.
Human relations skills sufficient to motivate, guide, train and build consensus with clients, peers, and staff.
Excellent writing and communication skills sufficient to generate and translate highly technical information for a variety of audiences.
Proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in public administration, business, natural resources management, political science, or related field.
Experience conducting formal state (e.g. MEPA) or federal (e.g. NEPA) environmental review, such as Environmental Assessment Worksheets (EAW's) or Environmental Impact Statements (EIS's).
Experience as the Responsible Governmental Unit project manager for state or federal environmental review.
Experience managing budgets, project expenditures and hiring and utilizing contractors.
Experience planning and executing large public meetings and open houses.
Knowledge of mining practices and/or mining impact analysis.
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.
