Invasive Species Pathways and Plans Coordinator - Planner Intermediate

Invasive Species Pathways and Plans Coordinator - Planner Intermediate

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.

Working Title:
Invasive Species Pathways and Plans Coordinator
Job Class:
Planner Intermediate
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job : 97585
• Location
  :
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible
  :
  Yes, up to 50%
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 10/15/2026
• Closing Date
  : 11/04/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit
  :
  Ecological and Water Resources
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees/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 Department of Natural Resources Division of Ecological and Water Resources is seeking to fill one (1) Full-Time Unlimited Invasive Species Pathways and Plans Coordinator
- Planner Intermediate position located at our Central Office in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

This position supports the work of the DNR's Invasive Species Program, and the Division of Enforcement's invasive species work to address emerging pathways by which aquatic invasive species (AIS) may be introduced to or spread within Minnesota, including but not limited to trade in live organisms. This position will work to build Minnesota's capacity to effectively prevent and manage those pathways and represent Minnesota DNR in regional coordination efforts to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species via such pathways.

This position will also coordinate revision of the Minnesota State Management Plan for Invasive Species, response plans, and related efforts.

Responsibilities include:

• Pathway Prevention
  :
  Plan and implement activities to target emerging pathways of aquatic invasive species introduction to Minnesota, including trade in live organisms. Work with the DNR Division of Enforcement to identify opportunities to make the greatest impact on reducing the risk of organisms in trade and other pathways. For other pathways, employ a similar evidence-based approach and coordinate with other program staff to implement new initiatives to address those pathways.
• Pathway and Plan Coordination
  :
  Work closely with partners including neighboring jurisdictions, tribal entities, counties, research institutions and others to design and plan interjurisdictional initiatives to address emerging pathways for invasive species and to exercise plans such as the invasive species response plan.
• Plan Revision
  :
  Work closely with partners, especially Minnesota Invasive Species Advisory Council on regular revision of the Minnesota State Management Plan for Invasive Species. Coordinate also with other jurisdictions, Tribal governments, counties, research institutions and others in plan revision. Ensure timely review and revision as needed of other program plans such as response plans.
• Additional Tasks
  :
  Assist invasive species program staff with special projects and support grant reporting requirements as assigned.

This position has 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.

Two (2) years of professional experience in the areas of natural resource planning, natural resource management, natural resource enforcement, natural resources outreach, or invasive species prevention work.

A Bachelor's degree in fisheries, wildlife, conservation biology, natural resource management, ecology, zoology, environmental policy, planning, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, sufficient to represent the position and Division in a professional, efficient, and clear manner.

Experience in project management,…