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Assistant Unit Supervisor 3-Parks & Trails

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
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Assistant Unit Supervisor
Job Class: Natural Resources Supervisor 3 Parks & Trails
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

  • Job ID: 81428
  • Location: _Fort Snelling State Park
  • Telework Eligible: No
  • Full/Part Time: Full-Time
  • Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
  • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
  • Date Posted: 11/14/2024
  • Closing Date: 12/04/2024
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
  • Division/Unit: Parks and Trails
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
  • Days of Work: Tuesday to Saturday 
  • Travel Required: Yes, For Meetings
  • Salary Range: $33.61 - $48.66 / hourly; $70,177 - $101,602 / annually
  • Classified Status: Classified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
  • FLSA Status: Exempt-Executive
  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.

Job Summary

 

The division of Parks and Trails is currently seeking to fill one (1) Assistant Park Supervisor, Natural Resources Supervisor 3. This position assists in overseeing Fort. Snelling State Park near St. Paul, MN. This is an unlimited (year-round) full-time (100%) position. Days and hours of work are primarily 8;00am to 4:00pm Tuesday - Saturday with Sunday and Mondays off and will include weekends, and holidays. FLSA purposes, this position is anticipated to be Exempt year-round. 

This position exists to direct and administer policy and program activities in the areas of Visitor and Interpretive Services, Public Contact and Retail Operations, and Community Outreach and Partnerships in the highly complex unit of Fort Snelling State Park. This position provides indirect operational and security support to provide a well maintained and safe experience for the public and staff. This position is pivotal in supporting the park as it continues to introduce the diverse metropolitan demographic population to the entire system of state parks, trails, and other outdoor recreation units. As our only urban state park in a rapidly growing metropolitan area of increasing diversity, this position is key in advancing efforts for the division and department to be more inclusive, relevant, and successful in connecting people to the outdoors. This position will focus on 1) fostering a high-performing park management team that works effectively with internal and external collaborators; 2) strengthening and expanding the rich network of external partners in the Twin Cities; (3) developing, implementing, and evaluating new systems to achieve interpretive and Division program objectives and (4) provide critical operations, emergency response and security support.

Responsibilities include:

  • Perform all job responsibilities in a manner that supports a healthy, safe, and productive work environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to the Culture of Respect by providing leadership and guidance to staff. Promote a diverse workplace, treat others with respect, and encourage collaboration. Support the overall mission of the DNR provided strategic direction, supervision, planning, administration and management of Fort Snelling State Park Visitor and Interpretative Services, Public Contact and Retail Operations, and Community Outreach and Partnerships in collaboration with others so that units resources are effectively and efficiently utilized; provide planning, policy and programmatic leadership and support to create opportunities for citizens to connect with the outdoors; and build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 
  • Supervise and administer fiscal management, planning, policy development, and contract administration activities, in collaboration with others as needed, to accomplish agency and division goals and objectives and comply with rules and guidelines.  
  • Supervise, direct, and administer enforcement, emergency, visitor, and public relations services and activities to protect resources, facilities, visitors, and staff; promote positive public relations; inform the public and others about division activities and goals; and ensure state, agency department and division rules are followed. 
  • Exercise supervisory authority so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered and employees under the supervisor's jurisdiction effectively perform assigned job duties to achieve program, work plans, unit, and section objectives. 
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners as appropriate, to enhance the development and administration of resource management programs so that natural communities and cultural resources are restored, protected, or rehabilitated consistent with statewide and regional objectives and requirements. 
  • In coordination with unit manager, supervise, administer, and direct development, maintenance, operation, real estate, and rehabilitation activities and programs so that safe, high qualify facilities and programs are available to the public, natural and cultural resources are preserved and protected, and programs / facilities comply with relevant standards and state codes. 

Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Current (ONE YEAR) experience as a Natural Resources Supervisor 3 – Parks, or NR Area Supervisor T&W.   

OR

  • 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 closely related field and TWO YEARS professional level experience in a natural resources setting, agency or organization; including budget development and fiscal management, work planning and partnership and visitor management experience and TWO YEARS  of supervisory or professional lead work experience in a governmental agency; or in a natural resource setting, organization or agency.

AND

  • Conflict resolution skills/experience
  • Writing skills sufficient to communicate work plans, proposals, and reports.
  • Communication skills sufficient to communicate work plans, proposals, reports, and requirements to individuals and groups.
  • Organizational and administrative skills sufficient to organize diverse elements or work and perform tasks within administrative requirements.
  • Project management skills sufficient to ensure projects are organized, tracked, and completed on a timely basis. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively and uphold the culture of respect.
  • Fiscal skills sufficient to administer budgets and track expenditures and/or income.
  • Knowledge of natural and cultural resource requirements, including interpretive programs.
  • Understanding of safety requirements as they relate to working with a variety of equipment and machinery.
  • Word processing skills sufficient to draft memos, letters, etc.
  • Spreadsheet skills sufficient to create, modify and manipulate spreadsheet data.
  • Ability to operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, shop, and office equipment.
  • Experience in customer service and / or public relations.
  • Ability to train, develop, direct, lead, and coach staff, effectively delegate, and effectively use human resources talent.
  • Ability to develop, monitor, implement, and continuously improve short and long-term plans.
  • Ability to treat employees inclusively in the area of accommodation, accessibility, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional experience working effectively with diverse communities.
  • Ability to build broad networks of internal and external partners through a variety of techniques that engage others in a respectful and professional manner. 
  • Advanced professional experience in public outreach interpretive services sufficient to effectively retain current visitors, recruit new visitors, and promote the Minnesota State Parks and trails system for continued relevance into the future. 
  • Ability to respond effectively to unexpected situations in an urban park. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills sufficient to effectively interact with internal and external customers, influence future direction, deliver challenging messages / information, resolve disagreements, and defuse potentially volatile situations. 
  • Demonstrated leadership skills sufficient to motive, develop and direct a workforce to perform a wide variety of tasks as a highly functioning team. 
  • Problem solving skills sufficient to analyze and make strategic recommendations related to operations, policies, programs, and outreach priorities. 
  • Two or more years managing complex budgets.
  • Two or more years of direct supervisory experience that includes training coordinating, managing the performance, and directing other staff, volunteers, or others on resource or recreation projects. (Lead experience included)
  • Ability to comprehend laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and operate in adverse and extreme environments. 

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.
  
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

Application Details

 

How to Apply 

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Jess Althoff at jess.althoff@state.mn.us or 612-279-3552.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to assist with the application process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at ADA.DNR@state.mn.us. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Ashley Luecken at ashley.luecken@state.mn.us.

Working together to improve the state we love. 

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? 

  • A sense of purpose in their work
  • Connection with their coworkers and communities
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits 

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include: 

  • Paid vacation and sick leave 
  • 12 paid holidays each year 
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans 
    • Fertility care, including IVF
    • Diabetes care
    • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children 
  • 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
  • Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
  • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care 
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

  • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
  • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
  • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

 

Programs, resources, and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS 

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.