MN DNR - Forestry Division

Join our team! We are looking for people who are passionate about the outdoors and protecting our natural resources.

Make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking talented, innovative employees to help us carry out our mission. You will understand the impact of your work and be able to see the benefits. 

Be part of a diverse community.

We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. 

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We offer superior health, leave and retirement benefits and a solid commitment to work-life balance. You'll have the tools to thrive both at work and at home.

Nov 06, 2026
Full time
$56,146 - $81,891 yearly
MN DNR - Forestry Division Cloquet, MN
Job Summary The DNR is looking to hire one Natural Resources Forestry Specialist Intermediate position, located in Cloquet, MN.  The Forestry Specialist Intermediate position exists to perform forest resource management work by administering one or two forestry sub-programs at the Area administrative level under limited supervision. The primary sub-program assignment for this position is the Cloquet Area Timber Sales subprogram, where the position will assist with the planning, establishment, and administration of the Area's annual timber sale program as a member of the Area timber team. The Forestry Specialist Intermediate also performs field assignments across all Division programs so that forest resources are protected, managed, and utilized in accordance with department policy and procedure. This position occasionally functions as a lead worker to Forestry Specialists, Forestry Technicians, interns, emergency firefighters, temporary crews, and...
Forest Management
Nov 03, 2026
Full time
$64,226 - $94,502 yearly
MN DNR - Forestry Division Grand Rapids, MN
Job Summary The Division of Forestry is seeking to hire one (1) Forestry Regional Specialist located in Grand Rapids, MN.  This position exists to develop and support the Fire and Enforcement Programs within MN DNR Forestry’s Northeast Region.  Work hours are subject to change based on work needs; hours of work and days off may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.     Responsibilities include:  Development of the Fire and Enforcement programs by: developing goals, reports, and educational programs; budget administration; training staff; and collecting and analyzing resource data and trends. Supporting the Fire and Enforcement programs by: monitoring the work of forestry area staff; developing and delivering educational programs and materials; and training natural resource staff in the administration and implementation of forestry programs. Completing formal Division of Forestry classroom and field training...
Forest Management
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
MN DNR - Forestry Division MN
Open positions To find open positions at the Minnesota DNR, visit the State of Minnesota Careers website  and use the search bar to enter the keyword " Forestry. " To apply, you will need to create an account and submit the required materials. The careers site also has a feature that allows you to create a “job search agent” to be notified of new positions. Learn more about the application and selection process at the State of Minnesota opens in a new browser tab. Search 'FORESTRY'
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