State of Minnesota Hiring for NR Forestry Program Supv-Geospatial at Grand Rapids, Minnesota Full Time

Working Title: NR Forestry Program Supv – Geospatial

Job Class: Natural Resources Forestry Program Supervisor

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/28/2023

• Closing Date : 04/17/2023

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : Forestry

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday – Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $30.48 – $44.13 / hourly; $63,642 – $92,143 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 – Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Exempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position exists to: (1) supervise and manage the geospatial (remote sensing and GIS) unit in the Resource Assessment Program (RAP); (2) Manage all geospatial projects for the RAP which includes customers from the Division of Forestry, other Division within the DNR, federal agencies, and other state and local governments/agencies 3) Conducting geospatial project work and QAQC. (4) assist in the management and supervision of the RAP office when the primary supervisor is unavailable; (5) develop and monitor natural resource geospatial projects; (6) promote RAP products and develop grant and project proposals for clients inside and outside the DNR.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, Forest Science/Management or closely related field of academic study.

Four years advanced level professional experience in GIS applicants in geospatial data analysis and services including the use and development of spatial data, spatial analysis and modeling, relational database management, and techniques related to geospatial data analysis and statistical research.

Knowledge of spatial metadata standards and usage

Knowledge of computer hardware and software required for GIS projects, ESRI and other open-source geospatial technologies.

Knowledge of inventory design, methodology, and fieldwork procedures sufficient to review, suggest modifications and implement changes to inventory designs to respond to changing information and clientele needs.

Knowledge of different cultural and community groups sufficient to administer the programmatic area and ensure stakeholders understand the requirements and expectations of a given program.

Knowledge of aerial photography, aerial photo interpretation sufficient to evaluate application opportunities for future CSA inventory redesign and implementation; perform on-the-ground navigation, and located individual forest types and sample points; educate/train personnel and contractors in the use of aerial photography.

Experience in the use of handheld data recorders, GPS units and associated software packages.

Knowledge of budget policies, procedures and regulations sufficient to manage and administer budgets, analyze data and deliver cost effective product

Supervisor/lead work experience and training sufficient to direct, coach and resolve conflicts and supervise work of subordinate employees.

Proficiency in word-processing, databases, spreadsheets and communications software

Human relations skills sufficient to assign and monitor the work of staff; resolve problems with clients, the public, and other employees; conduct training classes; and represent the division on committees and task forces.

Oral and written communication skills sufficient to communicate complex concepts and principals to other resource professionals and the public and make effective presentations to a wide variety of audiences by identifying level of understanding and evoking a positive response

Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team

Conflict resolution/human relation skills sufficient to negotiate, resolve issues, read situations and settle disputes equitably by finding common ground and cooperation

Requires an unrestricted Class D Minnesota 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

Supervisor or Leadworker experience

Understanding of GIS technology including emerging application development technologies and processes

Knowledge of government accounting policies, procedures and systems.

Knowledge of organizational 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; direct Division programs; and negotiate complex inter-disciplinary natural resource management issues.

Completion of a Leadership Development Program.

Project management skills sufficient to oversee large projects, prioritize and make recommendations/decisions, meet priorities, define and achieve goals and objectives, monitor work, and follow-up on project goals and outcomes.

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

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.

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.