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Working Title: Parks and Trails Development Consultant

Job Class: Natural Resources Program Consultant

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 83873

• Location : St. Paul, Bemidji, Grand Rapids, New Ulm

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 02/12/2025

• Closing Date : 03/04/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : Parks and Trails

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/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 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking one (1) Natural Resources Program Consultant - Parks and Trails Development Consultant. This position will assist and coordinate the Division of Parks and Trails development program on a statewide basis. The incumbent will provide leadership, continuous improvement, strong communications, and serve as the technical expert for the division field staff in the implementation of large park, trail, and water access development projects, which includes, but is not limited to roads, renewable energy, water conservation projects, bridges, buildings, day use areas, overnight facilities, and utility systems. This position is day shift Monday - Friday. The selected candidate will have the option to report to one of the following locations: Saint Paul, Bemidji, Grand Rapids, or New Ulm, MN. The specific location will be agreed upon at time of selection.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead, coordinate, and implement new development and rehabilitation projects for parks, trails, and water access facilities, with funding from bonding, Legacy, water recreation, LCCMR, Land and Water Conservation, and state park road account programs on a statewide basis to ensure all programs goals, policies and procedural requirements are met.

• Lead, coordinate, and monitor the division’s facilities and infrastructure programs with DNR Management Resources to set standards for process, programs, designs, and initiatives related to division priorities.

• Lead, coordinate, and evaluate the natural and cultural resource impacts related to all statewide development activities by working with resource management unit and MN Historical Society archeologist and historians with consultation from the State Historic Preservation Office and other government agencies.

• Lead, coordinate, and monitor the capital budget expenditures for park, trail, and public water access development projects. The capital budget includes several funding types, such as bonding, Legacy, LCCMR, water recreation account, State Park Road account, and federal and local grants.

• Assist with the division’s capital funding priorities and budget preparation. Manage budgetary resource to meet program needs by preparing, justifying, and evaluating budgets and statewide spending plans.

• Represent the division in working with other department divisions, government organizations, parks and recreation and trail organizations, user groups, and non-profit organizations, such as the National Park Service, the Department of Administration / MMB, facilities design committee, the department sign committee, and the Parks and Trails Council of MN.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a full or 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 the area of Natural Resources, Outdoor Recreation Management, Public Administration, Public Space Planning and Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, civil engineering or closely related field.

AND

• 3 years of professional level experience with managing, planning, rehabilitation or development of land and water recreation facilities and infrastructure projects or programs (e.g., trails, parks, recreation access, campgrounds or natural resource based recreation).

Additional Requirements include the following:

• Conflict resolution skills/ experience

• Project management experience

• Writing skills sufficient to communicate work plans/proposals/reports, etc.

• Technical skills sufficient to understand, interpret and explain design documents to non-technical staff

• Organizational skills to manage multiple development projects and priorities

• Knowledge of outdoor recreational facilities

• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software sufficient to create/prepare reports and presentations, manage databases, and track projects

• Experience and ability to communicate orally to individuals and groups

• Experience leading teams and the work of others without direct supervision

• Interpersonal and strong communication skills sufficient to build positive, professional working relationships with co-workers and citizens

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in the area of Public Space Planning and Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering or closely related field.

• Knowledge of and experience in planning, designing or constructing recreation facilities

• Knowledge of state and federal cultural resource laws

• Proficient in AutoCAD and GIS

• Knowledge of and experience working with DNR policies and procedures

• Experience doing business analysis studies and reports

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License with a clear driving record

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:

• 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.