Natural Resources Forestry Specialist Senior Job at College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johnâ€™s University (Cloquet)

Natural Resources Forestry Specialist Senior

College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johnâ€™s University

Location:
United States , Cloquet

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

61074.00 - 89658.00 USD / Year ▼

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Job Description:

This position will function as a Program Team Leader in the management, planning, and implementation of one, or more, major forestry program (as defined by the “Minnesota Forest Resources Plan – Program Direction”) OR a significant portion of a program that, on average, takes 40% or more of an Area’s total FTEs to implement, at the Area administrative level. This position serves as program manager at the Area Administrative level and will also function as an area team member to implement field assignments.

Job Responsibility:

Manage and administer Forestry programs at the Area administrative level so they are effectively implemented, follow policies, and meet targets and goals
Develop and administer budget in assigned program(s) so it is cost effective
Develop and coordinate management of policies and plan
Keep colleagues informed of new developments in methods and procedures and ensure that they maintain proficiency in Timber program
Implement Law Enforcement activities at the Area so that fire, timber, lands and state forest rules and statutes are enforced fairly and thoroughly

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Forest Science/Management (or a closely related field of academic study) from a university program accredited by the Society of American Foresters, or comparable accrediting institution, or current Society of American Foresters Certified Forester status
Two years journey level professional forest management with experience providing leadership in supporting program such as forest inventory, terrestrial invasive species, forest road administration, etc (e.g. NR Forestry Specialist Intermediate class) OR three years of entry-level professional forest management with experience in timber sale appraisal and administration, forest inventory management(e.g. NR Forestry Specialist class)
Knowledge of Forest management theory and techniques sufficient to plan and organize the management activities of a field station, oversee program management practices within an area, and act as lead worker for professional employees and contractors
Knowledge of division policies and procedures governing program activities sufficient to follow them in fighting fires, developing forest tracts, conducting timber sales, building roads, and managing public and private forests
Knowledge of state policies and procedures for contract administration sufficient to write technical specifications and oversee contract work
Leadership skills sufficient to motivate people and obtain program commitment from area personnel
Human relations skills sufficient to assign and monitor the work of staff
resolve problems with loggers, clients, the public, and other employees
conduct training classes
and represent the division on committees and task forces
Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts and principles to other resource professionals and the public in verbal and written format
Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team
Conflict resolution/human relation skills sufficient to negotiate, resolve issues, read situations, and settle disputes equitably by finding common ground and cooperation
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

Nice to have:

Knowledge of Department and Division policies, procedures and operating guidelines and State of Minnesota statutes pertaining to natural resources management
Qualified as Fire Fighter Type 1 (FFT1) / Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT 5)
Certified Forest Officer
Leadership skills sufficient to motivate people and obtain program commitment from area personnel
Successful completion of the Division of Forestry Entry Level Professional Forester Development Program
Knowledge of water quality BMPs and Forest Management Guidelines sufficient to implement appropriate practices on a variety of forest management sites and situations
Experience in timber sale administration
Knowledge of wetland classification and/or delineation
Background or coursework in soil science, forest soils or hydrology
Broad range of experience with all programs administered by the Division of Forestry with an emphasis on the following major field operations programs: 1) State Land Management
2) Resource Protection with an emphasis on fire suppression and management
3) Forest Resource Information and Analysis with an emphasis on FIM
and 4) Cooperative Forest Management
Completion of a Leadership Development Program
Experience using ESRI products

What we offer:

Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Expiration:
January 07, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Natural Resources Forestry Specialist Senior

College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johnâ€™s University

Location:
United States , Cloquet

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Expiration:
January 07, 2026

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