MFRC Forest Policy Administrator

Job Summary

The Minnesota Forestry Resources Council is seeking a Forest Policy Administrator located at its office on the University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus. This is a state government position within the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis, which is subject to an annual teleworking agreement.

The Forest Policy Administrator position provides policy analysis and policy related information services to the Minnesota Forest Resources Council (MFRC). This position works closely with fellow staff and the MFRC’s appointed stakeholder representatives to administer the development and implementation of forest policy initiatives that support sustainable management, use, and protection of Minnesota’s forest resources.

Application Deadline: August 14, 2025

Benefits include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death.

Minimum education and professional experience qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in forestry, public policy, agricultural sciences, natural resources, environmental or ecological studies, political science, or a closely related field.
• 3 years of professional experience in forestry, agricultural sciences, natural resources, environmental or ecological studies, or public policy with duties such as research, analysis, reporting, and advocacy. Advanced degrees can partially substitute for work experience.

Preferred education and professional experience qualifications:

• Experience specific to forest or natural resources policy analysis, advocacy, governmental affairs, or closely related policy responsibilities.
• A master’s degree or PhD degree in a forestry or natural resources related field, including policy aspects.

To apply:

1. Visit mn.gov/mmb/careers/ and click on “Search open positions.”
2. Enter job id number “87263” in the “Search Jobs” field and select the job posting.
3. On the job posting, click the “Apply for Job” button in the top right corner and follow the prompts.

For more information contact: Eric Schenck, Executive Director, Minnesota Forest Resources Council, eric.schenck@state.mn.us, 651-247-1367