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Working Title: Fisheries Habitat Manager

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 87430

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, hybrid up to 30%

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 07/16/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/05/2025

+ **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:** $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ 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 DNR is currently seeking a Fisheries Habitat Manager. This position exists to accelerate fisheries habitat implementation in public waters and associated public lands through implementation of aquatic habitat plans and leadership of aquatic habitat staff. The incumbent will direct, plan, develop, administer, and evaluate funding mechanisms so that statewide fisheries habitat implementation meets guidelines, goals, and objectives for lakes and streams, and their watersheds. The position also assists the Division of Fish and Wildlife's Fisheries Management Section Manager with administrative, supervisory, and legislative responsibilities so that Division programs and policies are effectively funded and delivered.

This position's preferred location may be Central Office (St. Paul), Bemidji, Grand Rapids, New Ulm, Sauk Rapids or Brainerd fisheries office. Final determination of location will be based on the candidate preference and space availability.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.

Responsibilities include:

+ Manage appropriation budgets and fiscal activities and provide leadership and direction to program staff to manage funding proposals for habitat implementation from the Legacy Amendment and other sources as available. Assist the Fisheries Management Section Manager in preparation of biennial Game and Fish Fund budgets, budget initiatives, and fiscal reports so that Fisheries habitat programs are adequately funded and supported.

+ Manage, supervise, and coach a well-qualified staff to advise, monitor, and support the Fisheries Habitat Program and to represent Fisheries habitat programs to the public and other agencies.

+ Participate in agency-wide management and provide leadership as assigned so that FAW Division and Department goals and objectives for the benefit of Fisheries and aquatic resources, resource users, and the general public are met.

+ Implement Fisheries habitat programs for lakes, streams, and watersheds and coordinate and communicate these programs with constituent groups, other Department disciplines, other government agencies, media, and the legislature.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries, Aquatic Sciences, Fisheries Management or closely related area.

Three (3) years of advanced supervisory experience directing and supervising fisheries management or research sufficient to advise, monitor and support section operations.

Academic knowledge and advanced professional experience in the natural resources management field sufficient to direct activities of staff, evaluate success of efforts, recommend changes in policy, or design new policies and/or budget adjustments that would enhance regional and statewide programs and operations.

Demonstrated management and/or leadership skills.

Knowledge of government budgeting and financial processes to ensure funds are properly administered, needs are accurately assessed and represented in the appropriate processes, expenditures of funds are appropriate, interpret budget reports, and articulate budget proposals.

Knowledge of strategic and operational planning procedures sufficient to participate in the development of unit plans, evaluate recommendations and explain proposals, and report to staff, peers, and superiors.

Demonstrated leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills to direct, develop and engage staff.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders; experience building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external partners within the space of equity and inclusion.

Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment by incorporation of multi-disciplined interests into decisions and actions.

Skills in conflict management and consensus building with diverse groups in order to solve difficult and sensitive problems.

Management skills to analyze and resolve ambiguous or controversial situations and make difficult decisions.

Communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate and present complex information to a wide variety of audiences.

Ability to create a respect- and safety-focused culture that empowers staff to carry out the Department’s mission and fosters an environment of positive accountability for performance.

DNR is dedicated to being a culturally competent department that values diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work with multicultural communities and champion diversity, equity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

Managerial experience in administering and delivering multiple programs.

Breadth of experience in natural resources management.

A working knowledge of other disciplines such as wildlife, forestry, forest ecology, shallow lakes management, 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. All job offers are contingent upon passing 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.