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(#R5487) Natural Resources Technician

Anoka County
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Job Posting End Date: January 19, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

 

 

Hiring range: $55,640 ($26.75 per hour). The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. 

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. 

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 01/19/2026 in order to be considered.

 

Position Description

The Anoka County Park’s mission is to positively impact the quality of life in Anoka County by providing parks, outdoor recreation, and leisure services for the public. Our mission encompasses the protection of the natural environment, improving the health of citizens, and supporting a strong local economy. The department has an immediate opening for a Natural Resources Technician who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include overseeing reconstruction and restoration of native prairies, savannas, woodlands, and wetlands, to include grant writing and reporting, site preparation, prescribed fire management, seed collection, planting, and erosion control.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of 01/26/2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

 

Pay & Benefits

  • Salary: $55,640 ($26.75 per hour).
  • 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30. $55,640 to $75,108 ($26.75 to $36.11 per hour).
  • 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits, and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
  • Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
  • Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
  • Advancement/professional development opportunities.

 

Work Location

  • This position will work at Anoka County Parks Maintenance Facility, located at 1350 Bunker Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304.
  • Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all-inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of the primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Natural Resources Technician.

  • Oversee reconstruction and restoration of native prairies, savannas, woodlands, and wetlands, to include grant writing and reporting, site preparation, prescribed fire management, seed collection, planting, and erosion control.
  • Pruning, planting, and transplanting trees and shrubs, landscape installation and maintenance.
  • Perform forest health assessments, tree removal operations, hazard and diseased tree inspections, prescribed burns, timber stand improvements, and terrestrial invasive species control.
  • Perform preventative maintenance of tools, light and heavy equipment, specialty equipment calibration and operation.
  • Test and monitor water quality, operate, and install lake aeration equipment, and manage aquatic invasive species.
  • Communicate and garner support from the public and policy makers regarding the biological and ecological significance of restoring and re-constructing native plant and animal communities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to include winter snow plowing, cross country ski trail grooming, encroachment documentation, general park maintenance, and volunteer coordination and supervision.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.

 

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

  • Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years of job-related experience.
  • In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
  • Possess or be able to obtain within six months a Department of Agriculture Tree Inspectors license.
  • Possess or be able to obtain within six months a Pesticide’s Applicator’s License.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain within six months and maintain a Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver's License.
  • Successfully pass driver’s license background check
  • Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use

 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

  • Degree in natural resources or related field.
  • Experience in natural resources, ecology, forestry, wildlife, horticulture, or a directly related field.
  • Knowledge of Department of Agriculture rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements.

 

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

  • Indoor and outdoor county worksites in all weather conditions depending on assignment.
  • Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
  • Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
  • Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing.
  • Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, prolonged walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment.
  • Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties.
  • Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills.
  • Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
  • Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various park maintenance equipment depending on assignment.
  • Park maintenance equipment may include but is not limited to hand and power tools, shovels, sledgehammer, post hole diggers, weed whips, ladders, wheelbarrows, various light and heavy equipment, chemicals, personal protective equipment, and weather appropriate gear.
  • Driving is required for this position and staff must have the ability to use a variety of mowers, tractors, pickup trucks, UTV's, and boats.
  • Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties.
  • Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

 

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and the International Union of Operating Engineers – Local No. 49. Employees represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers – Local No. 49 contribute three percent (3%) of the employee's wages to the International Union of Operating. This position is open to current Anoka County employee members of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 49 positions.

 

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

 

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

As required by federal law, Anoka County must conduct a query of driving records in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse as part of the pre-employment process for CDL drivers (§382.701 Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.). While Clearinghouse registration is not required, you will need to be registered to provide electronic consent for Anoka County to run a full query of your driving record in the Clearinghouse. Failing to provide consent to a query will result in a driver being prohibited from performing any safety-sensitive functions for Anoka County. Click this link to learn more about the clearinghouse. https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Resource/Index/Factsheet

Applicants for positions that require driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) at any time will be required to undergo controlled substances testing prior to employment and will be subject to further controlled substances and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment.

 

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

 

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process.

Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO