State Fair Building Coordinator - Buildings & Grounds Worker

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* Working Title:

State Fair Building Coordinator*
* ** Job Class:
Buildings & Grounds Worker*
* ** Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources*
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** Job ** : 95020

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Seasonal

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 06/23/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/13/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Department of Natural Resources

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** Division/Unit** :
Operations Services / OSD OCO Outreach & Education

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day

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** Days of Work** :
Varies

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** Travel Required** :
Yes

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** Salary Range:**  $20.87 - $25.22 / hourly; $43,577 - $52,659 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 218 - Insufficient Work Time / Unrepresented

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** Work Area** :
Division of Operations Services

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** FLSA Status:
** Non-Exempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
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 DNR is seeking to hire one (1) seasonal full-time State Fair Building Coordinator in St. Paul, MN. The anticipated season is from mid-August through early September each year. The schedule for the day shift will be between the hours of 7:30am-3pm daily.

This position exists to support building and grounds maintenance, safety, cleanliness, hospitality, etc. at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) grounds leading up to, during, and immediately after the Minnesota State Fair. The position reports to event leadership within the Office of Communication and Outreach (OCO) and supports execution of the event for the DNR. The role has a great deal of interaction with the public and ensuring a positive experience for all through maintenance of the grounds and exhibits throughout.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Ensure building and exhibits are open and operating.

+ Make rounds of the grounds throughout the day/evening and trouble shoot exhibits/displays as needed.

+ Set up tables, speakers, tents for presenters as needed.

+ Ensure staff, volunteers and visitors have what they need.

+ Answer guest questions related to the fair and to the DNR or guide them to the answer.

+ Assist volunteer outdoor stage bands and presenters as needed.

+ Maintain safe and clean grounds.

This position is 100% on-site and requires reliable transportation to and from the state fairgrounds to arrive on time for daily shift.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Knowledge of basic A/V equipment such as TV's, digital video players, projectors, sound boards, and other relevant equipment on site.

+ Knowledge of routine cleaning sufficient to sweep and mop floors, dust and disinfect interior surfaces, and emptying the garbage, and recycling.

+ Knowledge of building maintenance sufficient to use common hand tools such as a hammer, screwdriver, wrench etc.

+ Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to a variety of people in the public.

+ Ability to manage work tasks effectively, prioritizing customer service and safety.

+ Ability to recognize, analyze, communicate and effectively problem solve a variety of routine maintenance situations.

+ Ability to oversee volunteer or staff work as needed, and to direct sentence to serve (STS) crews in their assignment lists.

+ Ability to follow all current cleaning protocols and policies sufficient to maintain the grounds and equipment.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Customer service experience.

+ Experience working at a booth or exhibit.

+ Experience in grounds or facility maintenance.

+ Experience in cleaning, maintaining, and/or repairing buildings.

+ First Aid and CPR training or certification.

** Additional Requirements*
* This position has no driving duties 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…