MN Department of Natural Resources Contact Officer or Senior Contract Officer • Closing Date: 04/17/2024 • State Program Admin Int Salary Range: $24.20 - $35.13 / hourly, $50,530 - $73, 351 / annually • State Program Admin Senior Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually • Telework Eligible: Yes • Multiple positions • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans. The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged, and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  • Develop and administer the contracting process for maintenance, repair, resource development, remodeling, construction, and service contracts of the DNR. Ensure that conflicts of interest do not arise, and that all contracts support the DNR mission. • Provide oversight, advice, technical assistance, and direction and training to DNR staff to obtain, maintain and execute contract services so that all legal requirements and the needs of the Department are met. • Assist unit staff and managers in processing contract and fiscal related activities to ensure timely processing of various tasks. • Evaluate, critique, and approve or reject all construction and services contracts bid packages proposed by contract staff, as needed. • Process contracts for divisions and communicate improvements or corrective action necessary; and review all supporting documents for completeness of information. Apply Online: 1.      Go to www.mn.gov/careers & click “Search Open Positions.” 2.      Enter the Job Opening ID “75137” in the Keywords search box & click “>>” 3.      Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & click “Apply for Job.” 4.      When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Other-Recruiter Only applications received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Seasonal Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector Salary Range: $18.72 - $25.68 / hourly; $39,087 - $53,619 / annually JOB #74773 Closing Date: 04/01/2024 Work Area: Cloquet Area, Brainerd Area, and Grand Rapids Region   Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans. The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.   The Division of Ecological and Water Resources is seeking to hire three (3) permanent seasonal Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspectors located in Duluth, Brainerd, and Grand Rapids with an anticipate season of mid April through the end of October. These positions provide service to the State of Minnesota by educating the public about harmful invasive species, inspecting watercraft for aquatic invasive species and assisting watercraft users with decontamination of their watercraft. Citizens are provided with training and education about the prevention of aquatic invasive species (AIS) transport. Responsibilities Include:  • Inspect and decontaminate watercraft and water-related equipment according to DNR protocols so that equipment meets compliance with aquatic invasive species laws and regulations. • Physically crawl and/or climb under/around/into watercraft and trailers to visually inspect, to do the same while pulling hoses and operating high pressure, hot water decontamination equipment, and to load/unload/lift/carry high pressure/hot water equipment weigh up to 75 pounds, using proper Personal Protective Equipment and following safety procedures. • Use computers or tablets proficiently to participate in online meetings or trainings and gather survey data during inspections and decontaminations. • Assist conservation officers as assigned by the Regional Watercraft Inspection Supervisor so that check stations are operated efficiently, and violation reports are timely and accurate. • Maintain mechanical equipment so that the unit(s) are kept in safe working condition, and down-time due to break downs are kept at a minimum. • Complete administrative duties as assigned in a timely manner so that the needs of the program are met. APPLY ONLINE BY 4/01/2024: • Go to www.mn.gov/careers • Click “Search open positions” • Enter the Job Opening ID “74773” in the Keywords search box and click “>>” • Click on the Job Title to view the job posting • Click “Apply for Job” • When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Cynthia.Camarillo@state.mn.us  Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.