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Working Title: Aquatic Invasive Species Intern

Job Class: Intern

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 82764

• Location : Mankato

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Intern

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 1/2/2025

• Closing Date : 1/31/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : Ecological & Water Resources

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $19/hour

• Classified Status : Non-Status

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 223 - Non-Employee/Unrepresented

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

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.

Department of Natural Resources has an exciting opportunity for you to work as an Aquatic Invasive Species Intern. This position provides technical support to the Invasive Species Program and the Invasive Species Specialist. The intern in this position will conduct physical and biological investigations on lakes and wetlands in Minnesota and will assist in aquatic plant surveys, herbicide treatment evaluations, processing and analysis of field data, and preparation of data requested by the Invasive Species Specialist. This position will also help deliver invasive species information to the public to educate and help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species.

This position reports to the Mankato Office for all shifts. Telework is not an option for this internship.

Housing for this internship is not provided. Work schedule will typically be 40 hours per week but daily hours can vary and shifts can exceed 8 hours per day to accommodate required activities. Overnight travel may be required. When traveling, lodging and transportation are provided, and the cost of meals will be reimbursed consistent with collective bargaining agreements.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for an internship, you must meet the following requirements:

1. You must be a student at an accredited educational institution.

2. Your advisor must certify that you will either receive academic credit or fulfill an academic requirement. The signature of a sponsoring academic instructor is required prior to beginning an internship.

AND

• Majoring in one of the following programs: Biology, Natural Resources, Fisheries and Wildlife, Ecology, Environmental Science, Geology, Aquatic Biology, Botany, Water Resources Management, and Hydrology or other closely related fields. If you are unsure if your major qualifies, please contact us.

• Interested in natural resources work and the DNR.

• Ability to collect ecological data, record observations in a field setting and clear writing skills.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software sufficient to prepare tables and figures from data.

• Ability and willingness to work in various weather conditions, operate and work in a boat with an outboard motor, safely operate trucks (4WD), trailering, towing, and launching boats.

• Willing to learn to identify aquatic plants by conducting aquatic plant surveys.

• Knowledge of ArcMap GIS software and GPS equipment sufficient to create maps.

• Ability to use snorkeling gear and/or hold a SCUBA certification.

• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a small team AND willing and able to work independently.

• Excellent human relation and verbal communication skills sufficient to represent the position and Division in a professional, efficient, clear, and respectful manner.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record.

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. 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 Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.