Architect 1

At the DNR, we are committed to the conservation and management of the state's natural resources for outdoor recreation, economic development, and a sustainable quality of life.

Job Class:
Architect 1
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job : 95906
• Location
  :
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 08/04/2026
• Closing Date
  : 09/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit
  :
  Operations Services Division
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  Yes, 15%
• Salary Range: $35.30 - $50.53 / hourly; $73,706 - $105,506 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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 two (2) full-time Architect 1 positions to work in the Operations Services Division in St. Paul, Minnesota.

The Architect 1 position exists to provide full professional architectural design services and technical assistance for new construction, remodeling, and rehabilitation of DNR buildings and other infrastructure. The position designs and prepares construction documents for projects assigned by the architectural supervisor to meet functional, aesthetic, sustainability, code, legal, schedule, and budget requirements designated by the project sponsor and as required by approving agencies.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Professional architectural work, including design, construction documents, specifications, construction administration, and warranty reviews for new and renovated buildings and facilities.
• Assist and coordinate preparation of design drawings and construction documents of projects by others including supervisor, other project teams, design professionals, drafting technicians, student interns, and outside consultants.
• Provide construction administration services and/or assist regional Management Resources representatives after bid award and during the construction phase to assure that the completed project is implemented per the contract documents.

These positions have a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.

• Three (3) years of experience as a Licensed Professional Architect in the State of Minnesota.
• Excellent communication skills are required, including the ability to listen to customer needs and develop clear project goals; the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing sufficient to present proposals, changes, and alterations to specifications and plans to individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of architecture sufficient to develop, design, and produce construction plans and specifications.
  • Mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines sufficient to review projects and plans and advise on changes and modifications.
  • Code and permit requirements.
• Ability to:
  • Work on multiple projects at different phases of design and construction.
  • Use current Revit and/or AutoCAD software with enough proficiency to manage architectural models, generate detailed drawings and produce construction documents sufficient to communicate project requirements to the construction management team.
  • Use Google Sketch Up or similar software.
  • Use Microsoft office.
  • Prepare documents and spread sheets needed to provide clear, concise communication of project schedules, estimated cost, and project program.
  • Work well in a team setting and be a positive and productive team member.

• Demonstrated expertise in specialty…