Nr Forestry Regional Spec. Job ID: Location: Bemidji. Full/Part Time: Full-Time. Job Class: Natural Resources Forestry Regional Specialist

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1 Nr Forestry Regional Spec Job ID: Location: Bemidji Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job Class: Natural Resources Forestry Regional Specialist Working Title: Lands & Roads Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 12/02/2017 Closing Date: 12/11/2017 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Division/Unit: Forestry Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday-Friday Travel Required: Yes Salary Range: $ $34.61/hourly; $49,109 - $72,265/annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE Employment Condition: Full Time Unlimited Work Location: Bemidji, NW Region Headquarters FLSA Status: Exempt Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes Job Summary Natural Resources Forestry Regional Specialists develop forestry programs at the Region administrative level. Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry Programs include: State Land Management, Resource Protection, Cooperative Forest Management, Forest Resource Information and Planning, Nursery and Tree Improvement, and Administrative and Technical Support.

2 This position currently exists to develop and lead the Lands, Roads and OHV/Recreation program activities at the Regional Administrative level. Program: Develop Division of Forestry programs at the Region administrative level. Program development includes: develop goals; administer budget; develop reports; develop and deliver educational programs; and train staff. Collect and analyze resource data and trends. Operational Support: Monitor the work of Forestry Area Staff. Develop and deliver educational programs/materials. Train natural resource staff in the administration and implementation of forestry programs. Formal Training: Complete formal Division of Forestry classroom and field training sessions as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Work hours are subject to change based on work needs; hours of work and days off may vary and includes weekends, evenings and holidays. Bachelor of Science Degree in Forest Science/Management (or a closely related field of academic study) from a university program accredited by the Society of American Foresters, or comparable accrediting institution, or current Society of American Foresters Certified Forester status. Two years advanced level professional experience equivalent to the NR Forestry Specialist SENIOR class - plan, direct staff, administer budget, administer and implement programs, consult, interact with other resource disciplines and train and educate; OR four years intermediate level professional experience equivalent to the NR Forestry Specialist, Intermediate class. Ability to develop schedules, studies, research projects and work assignments sufficient to efficiently and effectively accomplish Forestry program objectives and implement forestry science.

3 Ability to administer program sufficient to manage, properly allocate limited resources and to direct activities. Ability to train and teach sufficient to convey information in classrooms, field demonstrations, seminars, workshops and to DNR staff. Human relations sufficient to direct, administer and train foresters and to lead personnel working in programs. Oral and written communication skills sufficient to communicate complex concepts and principals to other resource professions and the public and make effective presentations to a wide variety of audiences by identifying their level of understanding and evoking a positive response. Ability to prepare and edit high quality technical reports and management plans and research and interpretation scientific literature sufficient to solve problems, educate others and increase expertise in a specialty area. Integrate information from scientific literature, historical data and past experiences sufficient to devise risk-rating systems and management guidelines. Leadership skills sufficient to motivate people and obtain program commitment from division personnel and other Forest managers. Ability to negotiate budget, staffing needs and equipment allocation sufficient to administer programs and train personnel. Requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds. Preferred Qualifications: Current holder of a "Real Estate Sales License" and/or "Real Estate Appraisal License"

4 Knowledge of Department and Division policy, procedure and operating guidelines; State of Minnesota statutes pertaining to natural resources management; statistically sound survey techniques. Successful completion of the Division of Forestry Entry Level Professional Forester Development Program; and a Leadership Development Program. Broad range of experiences with all programs administered by the Division of Forestry statewide with an emphasis on the major field operations programs: 1) State Land Management; 2) Resource Protection with an emphasis on fire suppression and management; 3) Forest Resource Information and Analysis with an emphasis on FIM; and 4) Cooperative Forest Management. Physical Requirements Requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. Even though the weights being lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. Additional Requirements This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License with a clear driving record. It is policy of the Department of the Natural Resources that those offered employment submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components: 1. Criminal history check 2. Driver's license history 3. Reference checks Application Details

5 Why Work For Us GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pretax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. How to Apply Click Here to Apply If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at For additional information about the application process, go to If you are a Connect 700 applicant, please submit your certificate to Bobbie Donat at bobbie.donat@state.mn.us or fax to by the job posting close. Contact If you have questions about the position, contact Greg Snyder at greg.snyder@state.mn.us or AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations 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 or careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

NR Tech Forestry. Job ID: Location: Finland. Full/Part Time: Full-Time. Job Details. Job Class: Natural Resources Technician Forestry

NR Tech Forestry. Job ID: Location: Finland. Full/Part Time: Full-Time. Job Details. Job Class: Natural Resources Technician Forestry NR Tech Forestry Job ID: 18060 Location: Finland Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job Details Job Class: Natural Resources Technician Forestry Working Title: NR Tech Forestry Who May Apply: Open to all qualified