Salary : $86,195.20 - $107,494.40 Annually
Location : Public Works Facility Burnsville, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Division: Community Operations
Department: Public Works - Natural Resources
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

Position Details

As a Natural Resources Technician, you will assist with the planning, administration, and implementation of Natural Resources programs focused on the management of water resources, upland habitat, wildlife, and environmental outreach and education. In this role, you will help protect and enhance the City's natural resources while collaborating with staff, residents, and community partners.

The collaborative activities of the Natural Resources staff with their team, across departments, and with local partners, community members, and businesses impact lives daily by providing healthy, accessible natural areas, promoting environmentally friendly and sustainable practices, and preserving and protecting the City's natural resources.

This role is non-exempt and has a starting salary of $86,195.20/annually. This position is open until filled. Applications received by August 2, 2026, will receive first consideration.
How you'll use your strengths every day

The Natural Resources Technician values people and perspectives by:

• Engaging residents and community groups through environmental education and outreach.
• Coordinating volunteers and seasonal staff to support natural resources projects.

They are on the leading edge when they:

• Leading water quality, lake management, and environmental compliance initiatives.
• Implementing programs that protect and enhance the City's natural resources.

And they expect the best by:

• Managing natural resource projects, contractors, and environmental monitoring.
• Providing exceptional service through collaboration and community engagement.

What you'll bring to help you be successful

Miniumum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental studies, or a related natural resources field; or an equivalent combination of training and education to perform the work.
• Two years of experience in water resources and lake management required.
• Experience using GIS-based software.
• Ability to present to citizen groups and City commissions.
• Experience and interest in habitat and wildlife management preferred.
• Experience with wetland conservation requirements preferred.
• Local government experience preferred.
• Must have a valid Minnesota driver's license or the ability to obtain one.

Tentative Interview Timeline:

• First-Round Interviews: August 18, 2026, at the Public Works Facility
• Second-Round Interviews: August 25, 2026, at the Public Works Facility

BENEFITS-ELIGIBLE
In Burnsville, we create great experiences for our employees so they do the same for our community. We offer total rewards, development opportunities, and flexibility that reflect our commitment to you.

Total Rewards
Providing the highest level of care for our community starts with caring well for you. We provide a wide range of benefits to full-time employees and part-time employees who are scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Focused on your wellbeing, our total rewards include:

• Twelve weeks of paid well-being leave.
• Up to four weeks paid bereavement leave.
• Leave donation options to take care of one-another.
• 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance and options for caring for your family.
• Employer yearly contribution to HSA or HRA/VEBA plans of $3,400 for single and $5,400 for employee-plus and family coverage.
• City contribution to your retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
• Vacation equivalency that recognizes your professional expertise.
• Sick leave and 13 paid holidays annually.

Employee Development
We believe that we all can benefit from ongoing learning and growth. We offer focused development opportunities through our organizational university, Burnsville University, to help people and teams be their best. Our comprehensive onboarding path engages new employees right from the start, with a year-long experience focused on connecting you to our organization and community.

Work Your Way
We are committed to flexibility in meeting the needs of our employees while continuing to provide excellent service to our organization and community. That's why we encourage remote and flexible work, when we are able. Whether you want to work in a coffee shop, adjust your start time, or wear jeans on a Monday, we encourage employees to work in a way that allows you to be your best.
01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental studies, natural resources, or a closely related field
• Bachelor's degree in another field
• Master's degree or higher

02

How many years of professional experience do you have in water resources and/or lake management?

• No Experience
• Less than 2 year of experience
• 2 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 6 years
• 6 or more years of experience

03

How many years of professional experience do you have with habitat and/or wildlife management?

• No Experience
• Less than 2 year of experience
• 2 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 6 years
• 6 or more years of experience

04

Do you have experience using GIS based software?

• No experience
• Basic familiarity
• Regular user
• Advanced user

05

How would you describe your experience administering or applying Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) requirements?

• No experience
• Limited exposure
• Worked with WCA projects
• Extensive WCA experience

06

How would you describe your experience presenting information to citizen groups, boards, commissions, or other public audiences?

• No experience - I have not presented information to public audiences.
• Limited experience - I have provided occasional presentations or shared information with small groups.
• Moderate experience - I regularly present information to groups, committees, boards, commissions, or community members.
• Extensive experience - I frequently lead presentations, facilitate public meetings, or present complex information to diverse audiences.

07

Do you have experience with any of the following? Select all that apply

• Field sampling, aquatic plant management, or water quality best management practices
• Habitat management, including applying herbicides to control invasive species
• Wildlife monitoring or management
• Installation and maintenance of rain gardens
• Plant identification, including native plants and tree species
• MS4 Annual Reporting
• None of the above

08

Do you have experience supervising volunteers, seasonal employees or other staff?

• No Experience
• Less than 2 year of experience
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years of experience

09

Do you have experience responding to public inquiries or providing environmental education related to water quality, habitat management, or other natural resource topics?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have local government experience?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have a valid Minnesota driver's license or ability to obtain?

• Yes
• No

Required Question