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Natural Resources Technician
City of Burnsville, MN —Burnsville, MN
- $86,195.20 - $107,494.40 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Natural Resources Technician

City of Burnsville, MN -
Burnsville, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,195.20 - $107,494.40 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Bereavement leave

Qualifications

Water resource management
Driver's License

Full Job Description

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 successful candidate will enjoy Burnsville's comprehensive Total Rewards package and be part of a collaborative, strengths-based culture that supports professional growth, development, and success.

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.

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