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About the Role
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, natural resource management, policy and planning, political science, or a closely related field.
- 2 years of professional experience in soil, geology, water resources, land use, biology, ecology, or related planning work.
- 1 year of professional project management experience.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and virtual meeting platforms.
- Advanced degree in a related field.
- Understanding of environmental review processes in Minnesota.
- Experience writing EAWs or EISs.
- Formal project management training or certification.
- Experience with water resource planning and management.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan after three years of service
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Resources for physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) works with citizens to conserve and manage the state's natural resources, to provide outdoor recreation opportunities, and to provide for commercial uses of natural resources in a way that creates a sustainable quality of life. The DNR offers a broad range of careers across the state of Minnesota. Our employees are dedicated to creating a healthy, sustainable, livable Minnesota for generations to come. Join our team of over 3,000 professionals working to conserve and manage Minnesota’s natural resources. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation may contact the DNR ADA Title I Coordinator at ADAdiversity.dnr@state.mn.us, 651-296-5016. We welcome calls from Telecommunications Relay Service users.