Parks and Trails Conservation Aide- NR Tech
Listed on 2026-08-04
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Outdoor / Nature
Working Title:
Parks and Trails Conservation Aide
Job Class:
Agency:
Agency MN Department of Natural Resources
Job
Location:
Moose Lake
Telework Eligible:
No
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Seasonal
Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: 8/17/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit:
Parks and Trails
Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift
Days of Work:
Monday - Thursday; 7am-5:30pm
Travel Required:
Yes; up to 30%
Salary Range: $21.73 - $30.20 / hourly; $45,372 - $63,058 / annually
Classified Status:
Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 207
- Technical/AFSCME
Work Area:
Moose Lake
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
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.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one (1) position located in Moose Lake, Minnesota. Days of work are Monday through Thursday, hours of work are 7:00am - 5:30pm.
This position exists to provide technical assistance in implementing the natural habitat & cultural resource management activities carried out on lands administered by the Division of Parks and Trails in District 5 in NE Minnesota.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To- Implement resource management activities to protect and improve wetland, grassland, and forest resources in accordance with division policy and procedure.
- Control invasive species with hand pulling, mechanical (mowing, brush-sawing), and chemical methods.
- Conduct prescribed burns and / or responds to wildfires and incidents as assigned.
- Operate, maintain, clean and repair, or arrange repair of heavy equipment, vehicles, other equipment and tools so that they function properly, provide safe use, are functional for the anticipated life cycle of the equipment, and in top operating condition at all times.
- Inventories and surveys plant and animal species to better evaluate community diversity/abundance.
- Assists program staff with mentoring and training of field crews in plant identification, chainsaw safety, herbicide best management practices, and prescribed fire.
This job requires the ability to pass a moderate fitness test based on the National Wildfire Coordinating Group Work Capacity within 6 months of your start date and then on an annual basis. The test consists of walking 2 miles with a 25-pound pack within 30 minutes.
Minimum Qualifications- Ability to direct work activities to staff, volunteers or other supplemental work groups.
- Ability to transport and operate heavy equipment like tractors, trucks, trailers, mowers, and farm implements.
- Ability to safely operate and maintain chainsaw / brush saws, pumps, sprayers, UHV's, ATV's power tools, and other equipment.
- Ability to apply herbicides pesticides
- Ability to identify Minnesota flora and manage native and invasive plant species.
- Communications skills sufficient to provide clear instruction, gather information and questions, and provide appropriate responses.
- Current certification or ability to become certified as chainsaw Faller 3.
- One Year (12 months) experience in natural resources or habitat management.
- Experience transporting and operating heavy equipment like tractors, trucks, trailers, mowers, and farm implements.
- Currently holds a MN Pesticide Applicator license.
- Advanced experience in safe and efficient operation of chainsaws saws (S-212 or equivalent training).
- Certification as Faller 2 level or higher.
- Experience conducting prescribed burns.
- Current certification as a Basic Firefighter - FFT2 or above.
- This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license may operate equipment…
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