Assistant Park Supervisor - NR Supv 1 Parks & Trails

This position is full-time, year-round at Lake Bronson State Park near Lake Bronson, MN. Work shifts vary during the seven-day work week, including holidays, weekends, and night shifts. Housing is provided and mandatory; applicants who meet minimum qualifications will have the opportunity to tour the available housing.

About the role

This position provides technical and direct supervisory work in the management and operations of state parks, trails, recreation areas, and outdoor recreation and natural resources management programs. The incumbent works under the guidance of a higher-level supervisor (PAT Supervisor 3).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to administer labor agreements and plans equitably, ensuring employees effectively perform assigned duties to meet program, work plan, unit, and section objectives.
• Implement resource management projects to restore, protect, or rehabilitate natural communities and cultural resources in alignment with statewide, regional, and division objectives.
• Direct development, maintenance, operational, real estate, and rehabilitation programs to provide safe, high-quality facilities and programs for the public while preserving natural and cultural resources and complying with relevant standards and state codes.
• Conduct enforcement and emergency services to protect resources, facilities, visitors, and staff, ensuring compliance with state, agency, department, and division rules.
• Perform visitor services and public relations activities to ensure positive visitor experiences, promote public relations, and inform the public about division activities and goals.
• Assist with planning, policy development, and fiscal management to accomplish agency and division goals, including integrated work plans, effective policies, and financial accountability.
• Establish partnerships with private citizens, businesses, interest groups, local governments, other agencies, and department disciplines to fulfill the Department’s mission and the Parks and Trails Unit’s recreation mission.
• Ensure safety and accountability for safety performance, so employees follow established procedures and reduce injuries and equipment damage.

Requirements

• Current (one year) experience as a Natural Resources Supervisor 1 – Parks.
• OR an associate’s degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks and Recreation, Business, Communications, or a closely related field; and two years of para-professional or professional experience that includes leadwork, directing staff, or managing a project with staff; or professional-level work in a natural resources setting or field.
• A bachelor’s or advanced degree in natural resource management, parks and recreation, natural science, communications, public relations, business management, political science, public administration, social science, education, interpretation, or a closely related degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record (only those 18 years or older may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency).
• Ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B).
• Successful completion of a background check, which may include: conflict of interest review, criminal history check, education verification, employment reference/records check, and license/certification verification.

Skills

• Writing skills to communicate work plans, proposals, and reports.
• Communication skills to convey work requirements to individuals, teams, or crews.
• Organizational and administrative skills to manage diverse work elements and perform tasks within administrative requirements.
• Ability to comprehend laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Fiscal skills to administer a small budget, track expenditures, and income.
• Word processing skills to draft letters, memos, and correspondence.
• Spreadsheet skills to create, edit, and modify spreadsheets.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, shop, and office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources Management, Parks/Recreation, or a closely related field.
• Para-professional leadwork in a natural resources agency or organization.
• Natural resources work experience in a federal, state, or regional agency in a park and/or trail setting, including natural resources management.

Pay

$29.84 - $43.36 per hour; $62,306 - $90,536 annually.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing income after retirement (after three years of service).
• Employer-paid life insurance to support your family in the event of death.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance providing income if unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily living/convenience services, such as chore services, home repair, trip planning, and child/elder care.

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment type, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service.