Fisheries Populations Monitoring and Regulations Manager Job Saint Paul area,Minnesota USA,Management

Working Title:
Fisheries Populations Monitoring and Regulations Manager
Job Class:
State Program Administrator Manager Senior
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

Job : 97092
Location
:
St. Paul
Telework Eligible
:
Yes; up to 40%
Full/Part Time
:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
:
Unlimited
Who May Apply
:
Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted
: 10/03/2026
Closing Date
: 10/23/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
:
Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit
:
Fish and Wildlife
Work Shift/Work Hours
:
Day Shift
Days of Work
:
Monday
- Friday
Travel Required
:
Yes
Salary Range: $44.80 - $64.46 / hourly; $93,542 - $134,592 / annually
Classified Status
:
Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union
: 220 - Manager/Unrepresented
FLSA Status
:
Exempt
- Executive
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.

Location: 500 Lafayette Rd. North, St. Paul, MN 55155

Job Summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Fish and Wildlife, is seeking a Fisheries Populations Monitoring and Regulations Manager to provide statewide leadership for fisheries populations monitoring, regulations, and operations programs. This position directs, plans, develops, administers, and evaluates programs that support sustainable fisheries management and the Division’s strategic priorities.

The position also supports the Fisheries Section Manager with administrative, budget, and legislative responsibilities to ensure effective development and delivery of Department, Division, and Section programs and policies. The position serves on the Fisheries Management Team (FMT) and Fish and Wildlife Division Management Team (DMT).

Responsibilities include:

Lead the development and implementation of agency and division policies, programs, and priorities as a member of the Division Management Team, Fisheries Management Team, and other statewide teams and committees. Support the implementation of Department and Division missions and strategic priorities.

Manage Fisheries Section budgets and fiscal activities, and assist the Fisheries Section Manager with biennial budget development, budget initiatives, and performance reporting to ensure fisheries management programs are adequately funded and supported.

Supervise and develop a qualified staff responsible for advising, monitoring, and supporting field operations, as well as representing fisheries programs to the public and other agencies.

Direct and participate in fisheries regulatory processes, population management programs, communications, and data management to support sustainable recreational and commercial fisheries and meet population and social objectives.

Collaborate with managers and supervisors to develop and implement comprehensive work plans, strategic plans, budgeting processes, and policy and budget recommendations. Coordinate long- and short-range planning efforts to effectively prioritize and allocate resources toward critical fisheries management, information, and inventory needs.

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 a telework agreement. This position will require reporting to the primary work location on a regular basis.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, aquatic sciences, fisheries…