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State of Minnesota Assistant Area Wildlife Manager -NR Spec WL or NR Spec Int WL in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota
Working Title: Assistant Area Wildlife Manager
Job Class: Natural Resources Specialist Wildlife or Natural Resources Specialist Intermediate Wildlife
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 79639
Location : Sauk Rapids
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/16/2024
Closing Date : 10/07/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Fish and Wildlife
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, Occasionally
Salary Range:
NR Specialist Wildlife: $24.42 - $35.43 / hourly; $50,989 - $73,978 / annually
NR Specialist Intermediate Wildlife: $26.04 - $37.98 / hourly; $54,371 - $79,302 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees / 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.
ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time: NR Specialist Wildlife and NR Specialist Intermediate Wildlife. Only one position is being filled at the Sauk Rapids Area Wildlife office location. The final classification and starting salary are dependent on successful applicant qualifications. There is only one Job ID for this vacancy, and you will be considered for the highest classification for which you qualify.
The DNR is currently seeking an Assistant Area Wildlife Manager in Sauk Rapids, MN. This position exists to evaluate, design, lead, implement, and evaluate wildlife management activities in the Sauk Rapids wildlife work area resulting in optimum and sustained use of wildlife resources and the protection, sustainability, and enhancement of wildlife communities for their intrinsic value and long-term benefits to the people of Minnesota.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinate resource management activities throughout the work area with Ecological and Water Resources, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife, watershed districts, SWCD’s, conservation groups, and other natural resource specialists so that management practices promote optimum abundance and diversity of wildlife and plant communities, consistent with statewide population goals.
Plan and direct physical and biological inventories of wildlife resources for the purposes of collecting information from which to describe resource attributes, evaluate resource health, identify resource issues, and measure resource management effectiveness.
Protect, maintain, and improve wildlife habitat and native plant communities on lands within the work area so that appropriate wildlife population levels are met, and diversity goals are integrated into an ecosystem-based management strategy.
Use appropriate GIS tools, databases, and technology to conduct complex analyses, evaluations, and prepare products to assist in documenting and communicating wildlife use, habitat conditions, and project work accomplished within the wildlife work area.
Provide information and education to and communicate with the public and users of the area so that opportunities, regulations, policies, and goals of the section of wildlife will be known and understood and the interests of the public are addressed.
Conducts general administrative duties and daily operations to maintain a productive workforce and effective resource management. Act as a lead worker at the wildlife office and team member at regional and statewide meetings and planning groups.
This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.
This position requires the ability to move to a significant degree on rough terrain in adverse environmental conditions. It requires the ability to move 2 miles in 30 minutes while transporting a 25-pound pack (passing the Work Capacity Test, moderate level).
Minimum Qualifications
Transcripts are required for this position. Applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be sent instructions for transcript review after the posting close date.
NR Specialist Wildlife:
Bachelor's degree in wildlife or equivalent field with wildlife emphasis.
Transcript requirement:
A minimum of three (3) courses directly related to wildlife management/biology.
One (1) course in each: chemistry or physics; statistics; communication; and ecology.
At least four (4) additional wildlife or ecology, or related courses, such as animal or plant taxonomy, comparative anatomy or physiology, soils or geology, mammalogy, ornithology, parasitology, etc.
NR Specialist Intermediate Wildlife:
Bachelor's degree in wildlife or equivalent field with wildlife emphasis.
Transcript requirement as described above.
Two (2) years of professional level (e.g., NR Specialist) wildlife or habitat management experience sufficient to implement wildlife and habitat management, facility development, and maintenance duties in a Wildlife Area.
At either level, qualifications must include:
Experience in wildlife habitat management including managing forest, brush land, prairie, and/or wetland habitats for wildlife.
Technical knowledge of wildlife species identification, habitat relationships, food habits, animal behavior, parasites and disease, life histories, and reproductive potential.
Ability to become National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2) qualified through completing required coursework and field training within twelve (12) months of hire.
Knowledge of census/survey techniques and their limitations.
Knowledge sufficient to identify common terrestrial and aquatic plants.
Writing skills sufficient to communicate work programs, project proposals, accomplishment reports, survey results, hunting season data, and correspondence.
Communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate and present complex information to a wide variety of audiences.
Knowledge of hunting and trapping traditions, methods, and regulations.
Knowledge of development and implementation of project proposals using available, staff, tools, and equipment.
GIS/GPS education or experience.
Ability to safely operate and conduct routine maintenance on 4WD trucks, trailers, UTVs, boats, motors, and other tools and equipment.
Ability to use various computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, data base, and mapping software.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Wildlife Biology or related field.
Certified at the Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) level or higher with basic wildland firefighter training completed (S-130 Firefighter Training, S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline, IS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System, IS-700 An Introduction to the National Incident Management System.
Knowledge of citizen participation, conflict resolution, and negotiation techniques.
Field experience with standard prairie restoration/management practices and prescribed burning.
Experience in coordinating wetland management for wildlife habitat with other disciplines or organizations.
Experience in writing contracts for wildlife habitat or facility projects.
Experience in work planning, directing, and supervising contractors or work crews.
Ability to multitask, lead, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Certified as a licensed applicator of pesticides for invasive species management.
A working knowledge of other disciplines such as fisheries, forestry, engineering, soil conservation, and hydrology to guide the development of partnerships and projects.
Additional Requirements
This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record.
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.