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Working Title: Fisheries Rules and Regulations Coordinator

Job Class: Planner Principal State

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 85857

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 04/30/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/20/2025

+ **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

+ **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ 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.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a full-time principal planner to lead the development of temporary and permanent rules pertaining to the fisheries-related administrative rulemaking and regulations process. This position provides planning expertise on the implementation of temporary and annual rules and regulations related to the Section of Fisheries within the Division of Fish and Wildlife.

This position coordinates the administrative process and leads the rulemaking engagement efforts with the public, DNR staff and other agencies. This position also provides expertise on current and proposed rules pertaining to the Section of Fisheries.

Responsibilities include:

+ Direct, coordinate, and budget for the drafting, promulgation, and revision of rules administered by the Division principally regarding fishing seasons so they meet Division goals, comply with state and federal statutes and rules, and meet requirements of the Revisor of Statutes, State Register, Office of Administrative Hearings, Office of the Attorney General, and Department of Finance.

+ Direct fishing-related experimental, special, emergency, and permanent rulemaking development and review coordination for lakes and streams.

+ Serve as the Fisheries Section annual rulemaking liaison to the DNR Information Center, and other internal and external stakeholders. Act as subject matter expert/content coordinator/liaison for online and/or print editions of the annual fishing regulations synopsis.

+ Provide support to the Section and Division through other duties as assigned.

This position will be based in DNR’s Central Office in St. Paul, Minnesota, but 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of planning and/or project management experience coordinating large programs or projects in outdoor recreation, natural resources / environmental management, fish and wildlife management, policy development, or public affairs / administration, or related field.

A bachelor’s or advanced degree in planning or project management, outdoor recreation, natural resource/environmental management, fish and wildlife management, policy/public administration, ecology, biology, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the above experience.

Experience with implementation and evaluation of programs with regional or statewide scope.

Demonstrated knowledge and skills in project management; integrating biological and social information; plain language writing and accessibility; and legislative/regulatory processes.

Interpersonal, communication, and human relations skills sufficient to convey complex information to technical and non-technical audiences via verbal and written methods; navigate and resolve conflict; achieve cooperation with the public, peers, and staff; and to make progress on program objectives.

Organizational skills and ability to direct and manage complex collaborative projects and ensure that process deadlines and procedural requirements are met, and projects are successfully completed.

Demonstrated ability to follow extensive and detailed protocols and procedures and willingness to learn complex rulemaking processes.

Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, electronic communications, presentation software, and document management (electronic and paper).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in planning or project management, outdoor recreation, natural resource/environmental management, fish and wildlife management, policy/public administration, ecology, biology, or closely related field.

Experience drafting policy recommendations, administrative rules and statutory language for regulatory use.

Experience and/or certifications in continuous improvement (i.e. Kaizen, Six Sigma).

Fisheries management experience at a regional or statewide level.

Experience coordinating projects with regulatory agencies or multidisciplinary teams.

Experience with state and tribal nation collaboration and treaty analyses.

Experience in natural resource management working with diverse interest groups and conflicting objectives and/or incorporating traditional ecological knowledge or community-based knowledge.

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

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.