Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division Director - State Program Administrator Manager Principal
Job in
Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota, 55145, USA
Listed on 2026-09-06
Listing for:
State of Minnesota
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-09-06
Job specializations:
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Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management, General Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* Working Title:
Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division Director*
* ** Job Class:
State Program Administrator Manager Principal*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota Department of Agriculture*
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** Job ** : 96763
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** Location** :
St. Paul
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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes
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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time
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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited
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** Who May Apply** :
This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.
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** Date Posted** : 09/03/2026
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** Closing Date** : 09/23/2026
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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
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** Division/Unit** :
Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division
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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift
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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday
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** Travel Required** :
No
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** Salary Range:** $50.04 - $71.75 / hourly; $104,483 - $149,814 / annually
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** Classified Status** :
Classified
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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Managerial Plan
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** FLSA Status** :
Exempt - Executive
+ 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.
This position is a leader within the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and acts as the Division Director for the Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division which is comprised of seven (7) sections and 130 staff members. This position will manage programs and supervise staff within the division and is responsible for all activities, policies and operations of programs, rules and statutes relating to pesticides, fertilizers and soil and plant management.
Responsibilities include:
+ Managing the budget, activities and personnel of the division.
+ Procuring sufficient funding, positions, and supporting resources to allow responsible and responsive operation of division programs.
+ Providing overall planning and direction for goals, objectives, policies and procedures of all regulatory programs within the division.
+ Implementing the regulatory and non-regulatory programs of the state of Minnesota and the policies of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
+ Assuring that division staff provideefficientandeffectiveregulation,policy,enforcement,andservicetoclientele and the public.
** Minimum Qualifications*
* _To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._
Five (5) years of experience working in agriculture, natural resources or environmental program management.
NOTE:
A Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture Marketing, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business, Environmental Studies or related field may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience as a supervisor, team lead, or lead worker or the completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI), or completion of a similar or equivalent leadership program through another organization.
Experience and knowledge working with crop production systems, agricultural and conservation best management practices, public policy in the agriculture - conservation - environmental intersection and social indicators that impact soil health and water quality.
Budgeting and fiscal management experience for a large program.
Experience in long-range and strategic planning, developing operational plans, developing procedures and directing projects.
Ability to provide leadership within project teams, which includes group facilitation, team building and decision-making.
The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
** Preferred Qualifications*
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