District 10 Natural Resources Leader

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources; New Ulm (MN); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in New Ulm, MN seeks a full-time Natural Resources Supervisor to oversee District 10 operations in the Southern Region and lead the division’s programs, budgets, and staff.

You will supervise unit staff, coordinate plans, manage budgets, advance outreach and conservation education, and ensure safe, high-quality visitor experiences while protecting natural and cultural resources across 21 counties.

Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience in a natural resource setting, with responsibilities that include budget development, work planning, partnership development, and managing outdoor recreation programs or experiences.
• Two years of supervisory experience including supervising professional or supervisory staff in a complex work environment within a governmental agency, or in a natural resource setting, organization or agency.
• Note: The four years of experience may include the two years of supervisory experience as described above. Bachelor's degree or advanced degree may substitute for a portion of the required experience as described.

Responsibilities

• Direct the implementation and integration of Division programs and activities with Unit Supervisors in District 10 of the Southern Region, so that the Division’s and region’s program goals, objectives, and priorities are completed.
• Provide leadership and supervision directly to Unit Supervisors and indirectly to field staff so that Division programs are implemented, and staff time is used effectively.
• Direct budget management activities in the district so that organizational needs and program requirements are met.
• Coordinate and collaborate on the preparation and implementation of plans and policies for Units in the district so that Division operations are efficient and effective.
• Direct the implementation of the district's outreach, conservation education, and visitor service functions to serve as a gateway for existing and potential visitors and program participants to develop an awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the DNR outdoor recreation opportunities and resources.

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural resource management or related field

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in New Ulm, MN seeks a full-time Natural Resources Supervisor to oversee District 10 operations in the Southern Region and lead the division’s programs, budgets, and staff.

You will supervise unit staff, coordinate plans, manage budgets, advance outreach and conservation education, and ensure safe, high-quality visitor experiences while protecting natural and cultural resources across 21 counties.