Public Lands Education & Enforcement Warden

education & Enforcement Warden, Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)
Full-time, Non-permanent, Represented position (WPEA)
Anticipated Non-permanent appointment is April 2026 – June 2027
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,299.00 – $5,783.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 3/4/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with recreationists, volunteers, and the local community on state trust lands while positively representing the agency
• Educate & enforce recreation and public access laws, rules, policies, and procedures on state trust lands
• Issue warnings and citations for violations of recreation laws and regulations
• Patrol DNR trails and recreation facilities
• Investigate and address unauthorized or illegal activities occurring at specific assigned geographic areas and other DNR-managed lands throughout the district
• Document, assess, and make recommendations on enforcement as well as facility and trail maintenance needs
• Provide an informational enforcement presence at user group meetings and organized events
• Serve as a resource for law enforcement staff, search and rescue efforts, and emergency response crews
• Document program accomplishments, incident investigation, data collection, and post and develop educational signage
• Operate small power tools, 4WD pick up, surveillance cameras, computer, GPS, and other types of equipment
• This position works independently in the field

Required Qualifications: 

• Associate’s degree AND two years of experience in a natural resource or closely related field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience using computers and processing software, including the use of Excel, Access, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with conflict resolution and defusing tense situations.
• Tact and Diplomacy: Ability to respond to difficult, stressful, or sensitive interpersonal situations in a way that reduces or minimizes potential conflict and maintains good working relationships among internal and external customers.
  • Actively strives to understand the people involved and the data before making judgments and acting.
  • Patiently waits for others to absorb information and share their views before acting.
  • Demonstrates tact and skill in dealing with people with viewpoints outside of mainstream thinking.
  • Uses behaviors and language in dealing with people that are appropriate for workplace situations.
  • Positively works through difficult or awkward interpersonal situations. 
• Ability to use independent judgment effectively.
• Highly developed writing and oral communication skills, public presentation skills, and the ability to effectively inform and educate user groups, volunteers, and the general public.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.