Senior Parks & Trails Development Lead

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources; Lake Park (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

Pension plan

Health insurance

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking a NR Specialist Senior Parks & Trails at Rice Lake State Park. You will lead development, manage land acquisitions, coordinate partnerships, and supervise projects across Parks and Trails Area 4D.

Applicants should bring experience in planning, resource management, and community collaboration. The role includes day shifts, a Monday–Friday schedule, and opportunities for growth within a supportive state system.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation, Business, Communications, or closely related field, and TWO YEARS of para-professional or professional experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in natural or cultural resource management, parks and recreation, natural science, communications, education, public relations, business management or closely related field may substitute for one year of the experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate development work plans of the Parks and Trails programs.
• Lead land acquisition activities of the Parks and Trails programs.
• Facilitate partnerships and liaise with citizens, private entities, local government and other agencies.

Skills

Outdoor recreation knowledge

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

Associates degree in Natural Resources Management or related field

Bachelor’s or advanced degree may substitute for one year experience

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking a NR Specialist Senior Parks & Trails at Rice Lake State Park. You will lead development, manage land acquisitions, coordinate partnerships, and supervise projects across Parks and Trails Area 4D.

Applicants should bring experience in planning, resource management, and community collaboration. The role includes day shifts, a Monday–Friday schedule, and opportunities for growth within a supportive state system.