Working Title: Assistant Area SupervisorJob Class: Natural Resources Forestry Assistant SupervisorAgency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 82520
Location : Wannaska
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 12/14/2024
Closing Date : 01/03/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Forestry
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $31.19 - $45.24 / hourly; $65,124 - $94,461 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
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.This is the Assistant Area Forestry Supervisor position for the Warroad Forestry Administrative Area. The Warroad Forestry Administrative area includes an area office in Warroad and field stations in Wannaska and Grygla, MN. This position will be located in the Wannaska office.This position assists in the management of a Forestry Administrative area by supervising area field support staff; directing contract administration; managing forestry programs at the area administrative level; and directing, supervising, representing all area operations in the Forestry Area Supervisor's absence.Responsibilities include:
Supervise area field support staff including seasonal forest protection staff, technicians, foresters, program foresters, and office support staff to ensure effective allocation of human resources by interviewing and selecting staff affirmatively; assigning, scheduling, directing, and evaluating work performance; approving satisfactory performance salary increases and achievement awards; and disciplining subordinate staff.
Administer, interpret, and implement assigned Forestry programs at the area administrative level by interpreting program policy, developing program goals and objectives; managing area field operations; assigning work, inspecting, and evaluating program activities; developing alternative work plans to resolve performance issues; monitoring the development of bid specifications and administering contracts; developing program budgets; and solving administrative problems.
Disseminate information on forestry issues so that the public, legislature and other jurisdictions and organizations are w ell informed on resource issues. Coordinate development and implementation of public information and education activities for programs.
Operational Support: Provide work direction to other professional staff, technicians, laborers, temporary crew s and contractors.
Formal Training: Complete formal Division of Forestry classroom and field training sessions as assigned. This includes becoming a Certified Forest Officer within the next training/certification cycle.
Occasional travel required to various locations in the Area and statewide.Normal working hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but are subject to change based on work needs; hours of work may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forest Science/Management (or a closely related field of academic study).
Four years of professional forestry experience including: two years of implementing local forestry program work such as terrestrial invasive species management, infrastructure projects, recreation coordination, and inventory quality control work, etc. Scope of the projects may include coordinating with colleagues and external contractors to achieve the goals and objectives of the department while working within policy framework. This includes assignment and explanation of work to colleagues. This work can be considered consistent with the work performed by NR Forestry Specialist – Intermediate.
Knowledge of forestry management principles sufficient to implement public responsiveness techniques; administer department and division policies, procedures and operating guidelines and State of Minnesota statutes pertaining to natural resources management; and negotiate complex inter-disciplinary forest management issues.
Ability to work collaboratively with resource management professionals to resolve conflict, solve interdisciplinary resource management problems, and integrate Department strategic direction, vision, and mission.
Supervisor/leadwork experience and/or training that incorporates directing, coaching, and resolving conflicts.
Written and oral skills to communicate personally and technically with co-workers, technical audiences, local constituents, and multicultural communities. Must have ability to prepare and edit technical reports, management plans and maintain an effective public relations program.
Certified Forest Officer or certified within the next training/certification cycle.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Qualified as Fire Fighter Type 1 (FFT1) / ICT 5
Single Resource Boss Qualified and ICT 4 trainee, Unit Leader Qualified or Forest Officer (FO) Investigator Qualified.
Knowledge of budget policies, procedures, and regulations sufficient to manage and administer budgets.
Broad range of experience with all programs administered by the Division of Forestry with an emphasis on the following major field operation 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.
Completion of Fa Leadership Development Program.
Completion of a supervisory skill development program with training in the areas of: basic supervision, advanced supervision, communication, performance management, interpersonal skills, and leadership.
Additional RequirementsNo driving duties are required.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. The background check may consist of the following components:· Conflict of Interest Review· Criminal History Check· Education Verification· Employment Reference / Records Check· License / Certification VerificationAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
