Working Title: Natural Resources Supervisor 2 Parks & Trails
Job Class: Natural Resources Supervisor 2 Parks & Trails
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 95763
Location : _Minneopa State Park
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/09/2026
Closing Date : 09/29/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : DNR Parks & Trails Region 4
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Varies
Travel Required : Yes
Salary Range: $32.21 - $46.72 / hourly; $67,254 - $97,551 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
FLSA Status : Mixed - Rotates between Non-exempt and Exempt - Executive each year
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 Parks and Trails is currently seeking to fill a Natural Resources Supervisor 2 position at Minneopa State Park. This is an unlimited (year-round) full-time (100%) position. Hours will primarily be day hours; days of work will vary and include some evenings, weekends, and holidays, generally between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. FLSA purposes, this position is anticipated to be Exempt for a portion of the year.
This position assists in supervision and direction of operations for Minneopa State Park. The position exists to supervise, direct, and administer complex operations and programs of state parks, trails, recreation areas, outdoor recreation, and natural resources management programs. The position supervises a diversity of staff and directs and manages complex operations across multiple programs and funding sources while managing internal and external relationships with other divisions, Local Government Units (LGU), volunteer groups and organizations, and public and private businesses. Under the direction of the Minneopa site supervisor, this position is responsible for operations, safety, planning, reporting, and projects relating to Minneopa State Park.
Responsibilities include:
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.
Collaborates with others to direct administration or resource management programs.
Directs design and implementation of development, maintenance, operational, real estate, and rehabilitation activities and programs.
Administers and directs enforcement, emergency, visitor, and public relations services and activities.
Conducts other duties as assigned.
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 resource 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.
Ability to treat employees inclusively in the areas of accommodation, accessibility, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation.
Experience with sustainable trail design, construction, and maintenance.
Two or more years managing complex budgets.
Two or more years of direct supervisory experience (may include work out of class experience).
Training coordinating, managing the performance, and directing other staff, volunteers, or others on resource or recreation projects.
Experience with managing and responding to emergency situations (natural disasters and/or medical emergencies).
Experience developing professional relationships within and across multiple governmental and resource management agencies.
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.
