Parks & Trails Leader — State Park Operations

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Park (KS); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver’s license required

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks an NR Supervisor 4 for Parks & Trails Region 3 at Whitewater State Park. The role supervises diverse operations, budgets, facilities, and programs, with a day shift and potential weekend work. Strong leadership and fiscal management are essential.

Responsibilities include directing staff, coordinating with partners, and ensuring compliance with laws and division policies while delivering high-quality visitor experiences at state parks and trails.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a related field.
• Three years of professional experience in natural resources and supervisory roles.
• Knowledge of budgets, planning, and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Exercise authority to administer labor agreements and ensure staff achieve objectives.
• Oversee fiscal management, planning, policy development and grants.
• Direct enforcement and emergency services to protect resources and staff.
• Direct visitor services and public relations to ensure positive experiences.
• Develop and evaluate resource management programs aligned with regional goals.
• Direct development, maintenance, and rehabilitation activities for facilities.

Education

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 related field

Current (ONE YEAR) NR Supervisor 4 – Parks experience

Conflict resolution

Writing skills

Communication skills

Organizational and administrative skills

Project management

Budgeting and fiscal management

Safety and equipment operation knowledge

Word processing

Spreadsheet skills

Driver’s license (Class D)

Job description

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks an NR Supervisor 4 for Parks & Trails Region 3 at Whitewater State Park. The role supervises diverse operations, budgets, facilities, and programs, with a day shift and potential weekend work. Strong leadership and fiscal management are essential.

Responsibilities include directing staff, coordinating with partners, and ensuring compliance with laws and division policies while delivering high-quality visitor experiences at state parks and trails.