Working Title: Assistant Regional Manager - Central Region

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID: 60857
• Location: St. Paul
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/23/2022
• Closing Date: 12/20/2022
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit: DNR Parks & Trails Reg 3 / PAT-Central Reg-LeadershipTeam
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Occasional overnight travel for meetings
• Salary Range: $36.52 - $52.79 / hourly; $76,253 - $110,225 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Managerial
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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Job Summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking an Assistant Regional Manager for the

Central Region of the Parks & Trails Division. The work will require occasional overnight travel for meetings and may

require occasional weekend work.

This position is responsible for directing the development of regional work plans, overseeing regional operations and

program delivery, and directing and implementing all Division of Parks and Trails programs, policies, fiscal

management activities and operations for the region. It serves as the direct, on-site support to the Parks and Trails

Central regional manager in the accomplishment of broad management responsibilities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and monitor regional work plans for all Division operations to meet department and division goals

and objectives. Implementation activities occur within strategic frameworks, including the department’s
Conservation Agenda, the division’s strategic and system plans, unit plans, and other planning and policy
directives.

• Direct the implementation of strategic and operational components of natural and cultural resource

management, interpretation, conservation education, and facility management of 240 miles of already-
developed state trails, 18 state parks and state recreation areas, 307 public water accesses, state waysides,
grant-in-aid trails, state forest trails, state forest recreation areas, state water trails, state waysides and other
division units in 23 counties within the region.

• Provide strategic leadership integrating regional planning, land acquisition, development projects, and

renewal activities with operations to ensure sustainable and compatible contributions toward achieving
Division goals.

• Provide leadership and supervision directly to Central region district supervisors, regional resource specialist

and interpretive program staff, and indirectly to field staff so division programs are implemented within a
supportive, equitable, and respectful workplace climate.

• Implement the regional operation and program budget management activities in alignment with division

priorities to effectively engage personnel, uphold policies, satisfy organizational needs, meet program
requirements and maintain fiscal integrity.

• Lead region efforts to assure responsibility for safety, health and wellness elements and performance

accountability while continuously working to strengthen a healthy culture of safety and respect among all
employees, programs, and customers.

• Direct and plan regional enforcement, training and emergency services activities to provide public enjoyment

and safe use of park/trail resources and facilities.

• Seek and participate in professional development for continued growth and stay connected with emerging

trends in outdoor recreation and resource management.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a full or part-time basis which is

subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

**Please make sure your application materials clearly describe how you meet the qualifications listed
below.**

A Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in natural or cultural resource management, parks and recreation, natural

science, communications, public relations, business management, political science, public administration, social

science or closely related field.

AND

Three years' managerial or advanced supervisory experience directing or supervising outdoor recreation and natural

resource management programs.

To be considered, applicants must also demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge and management of recreational facility physical design, development, operations (including

resource management and interpretation) and maintenance plus equipment used, sufficient to evaluate
unit/program needs and performance; to evaluate/improve operational activities, propose budget levels and
comply with policies.

• Knowledge of government budgeting and financial management processes sufficient to ensure funds are

properly administered, needs are accurately assessed and represented in the appropriate processes,
expenditures of funds are appropriate and tracked, interpret budget reports, and articulate budget proposals.

• Knowledge of strategic and operational planning procedures sufficient to participate in generation of unit

plans, evaluate recommendations and explain proposals and reports to staff, peers and superiors.

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

address complex and confidential human resource issues, manage performance, motivate people and
obtain program commitment from division personnel, and work as a productive member of teams.

• Experience in negotiation, conflict management and consensus building with diverse groups internally and

externally. Includes critical thinking skills to analyze and resolve ambiguous and/or controversial situations,
make difficult decisions, and persuade others of the merits of a position or proposal that supports/advocates
for the mission of the division/department and build consensus among varied and sometimes conflicting
opinions.

• Knowledge of different cultural and community groups sufficient to administer the programmatic area, as

well as the ability to treat all employees inclusively to ensure that long-term and short-term goals and
objectives equitably empower all employees, stakeholders, and the public.

• Ability to manage and direct numerous large regional division initiatives and participate on statewide and

regional multi-discipline initiatives and teams.

• Ability to apply broad knowledge to complex issues sufficient to anticipate trends, analyze data and find

solutions that balance long-term resource conservation demands.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate multi-disciplinary aspects of natural adn cultural resource management.
• Considerable knowledge in the area of safety sufficient to recognize unsafe practices, coach for improved

safety performance, and develop workplace policies and procedures that lead to safer working conditions
and enhance the culture of safety.

• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate complex concepts and principals

to other resource professions and the public; make effective presentations to a wide variety of audiences by
identifying their level of understanding and evoking a positive response; prepare and edit reports and
management plans; research sufficient topics to solve problems; and educate others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to skillfully perform in situations with a political backdrop sufficient to advance department/division

proposals. Experience with governmental processes.

• Experience with grants program management or revenue collection systems related to merchandising and

Parks and Trails fees.

• Knowledge of Parks and Trails programs, policies and procedures sufficient to direct program activities of

staff, evaluate the success of their efforts, and recommend changes in policy, or budget adjustments that
would enhance regional and statewide programs in the DNR.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement sufficient to provide qualified oversight of

enforcement activities and education of staff and the public.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate Parks and Trails regional operations and programs with other disciplines,

partners and agencies towards accomplishing departmental and divisional work and strategic plans.

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 Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to

employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components:

• Employment Reference Check
• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Conflict of Interest Review
• Education/license verification

How to Apply

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

If you have questions about the position, contact Kelli Bruns at kelli.bruns@state.mn.us or 651-259-5747.

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 Rebecca Mortellaro at rebecca.mortellaro@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we
serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to
best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial
well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.