- Bachelor's degree in natural resource management, natural science, geography, engineering, public administration, public relations, or related field;
AND - Five years of management and/or supervisory experience in a natural resource setting, agency, or organization; including watershed management, agricultural or urban conservation planning or engineering, budget development and fiscal management, comprehensive planning, partnership development;
OR - An equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Visionary and strategic leadership.
- A creative problem solver, bringing new ideas and a progressive approach.
- Technical knowledge with structural and non-structural conservation practices including having assigned job approval authorities or certifications.
- Customer service and the ability to mentor, coach and direct the work of staff.
- Cultural competency and awareness that enables effective working relationships in cross-cultural situations.
- A collaborative, positive and effective team builder.
- Ability to develop and maintain partnerships.
- Ability to market and promote the SWCD to residents, landowners and stakeholders.
- Ability to provide technical and administrative support as needed.
- Provide leadership in creating a clear vision and program direction to achieve SWCD Board goals.
- Supervise and direct the work of staff including building capacity through training and individual development plans.
- Develop procedures, policy, standards and operating plans to meet identified goals and evaluate progress.
- Prepare and administer the SWCD budget including participating in the Dakota County budget process and developing work plans with watershed organizations and other entities.
- Actively pursue and effectively manage grants.
- Develop and prepare public meeting information timely, accurately and in accordance with state statutes.
- Develop annual or long-term plans to meet SWCD needs and establish priorities and strategies for implementation.
- Develop partnerships with other organizations on natural resource issues.
- Effectively present natural resource issues at meetings, conferences, before the media, Dakota County departments, Dakota County Board of Commissioners, partner organizations and the public.
- Represents the SWCD on special committees, joint powers organizations and before governmental bodies at the local, regional, state and federal level.
- Coordinate natural resource management activities with other government agencies and private and nonprofit entities.
- Assures that services and programs provided are consistent with laws, rules and regulations and standards of practice.
- Recommends new legislation and works to impact pending legislation.
- Other duties as assigned or directed by the SWCD Board.
- Ability to inspire others to achieve results by promoting involvement, participation and cooperation.
- Ability to support and encourage employees to fully developing their knowledge, skill and abilities.
- Ability and skill to organize, direct and coordinate the activities of technical and administrative personnel.
- Ability to lead and develop annual, comprehensive or strategic plans.
- Demonstrated skill in preparing and managing budgets.
- Demonstrated skill in developing and managing grants and contracts.
- Ability to create and support effective working relationships.
- Ability to effectively conduct meetings and public forums.
- Ability to effectively present through spoken and written communications.
- Demonstrated knowledge and working experience with local, state and federal conservation programs.
- Ability to plan, implement and evaluate programs, systems, policies and procedures.
- Skill in conflict management and social interaction among varied interests.
- Ability to establish performance objectives or measures and methods to evaluate achievements.
- Comprehensive knowledge of natural resource systems and implementation of conservation practices.
- Knowledge of watershed management strategies, surface water hydrology, and soil science.
- Demonstrated knowledge of permitting and regulatory processes associated with natural resources.
- Ability to analyze technical reports and construction diagrams.
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Description
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD)
HOURS: Full-time
PREFFERED HIRING RANGE: $95,034 - $120,000/year
SALARY RANGE: $95,034 - $148,490/year (111 Grade Level)
LOCATION: Extension and Conservation Center, Farmington
UNION: None
FLSA: Exempt
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024
The Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is seeking candidates for the District Manager position. The primary objective of this position is to provides leadership and strategic direction to the SWCD Board and staff to implement programs, activities, operations, policies, personnel, public relations, and budgets. The District Manager serves to create, communicate, and implement the Boards vision for soil and water conservation policy. The position works closely with key partners including federal and state agencies, Dakota County departments, watershed organizations, cities and townships, private and non-profit organizations, residents and landowners of Dakota County. The District Manager reports to the SWCD Board and functions as the Boards contact for overall program management and fiscal responsibilities. This position directs a group of professional staff working with diverse cultures in a diverse landscape involving agricultural, rural community, suburban, and urban land use.
Employment and benefits are offered through the SWCD. The SWCD offers competitive employee benefits to include comprehensive and affordable medical and dental insurance, pension through PERA with generous employer contribution, 11 paid holidays each year, generous paid time off with accrual rates starting at four weeks per year, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and a variety of optional employee benefits designed to provide flexibility and employee wellness.
Minimum Qualifications
Duties & Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the positions management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
All duties are essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment
LEADERSHIP
Work is performed in a County or other governmental office building and in the outdoors. Some projects and tasks will require fieldwork to gather information and review existing conditions. Field time may include exposure to all types of weather; work in traffic; construction sites; uncleared areas; and standing/walking on uneven and slippery terrain. Some travel and limited weekend and evening work are expected. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to computer, printer, copy machines, and electronic devices.
Work Location
Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District
Extension and Conservation Center
th Street West, Suite 102
Farmington, Minnesota 55024
