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Working Title: Nature Store Coordinator
Job Class: Central Services Admin Specialist
Agency: Department of Natural Resources

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/27/2024
• Closing Date: 04/16/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit: Parks and Trails
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Varies
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $18.28 - $23.95 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Whitewater State Park
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged, and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This is a PART-TIME (80%) SEASONAL position and season dates are approximately May 1st through October 15th each year. The work schedule is approximately four days per week and shifts may vary at both the nature store and visitor center/office.

This position exists to coordinate the nature store operations at Whitewater State Park including product development, ordering, stocking, sales, and all related record keeping. This position is designed to promote Minnesota State Parks, provide educational materials to the public, and generate revenue to be used to fund resource management and interpretive projects for state parks.

Responsibilities include:

• Product Development - Assist in development of an appropriate merchandise line and individual products so that park resource themes are properly represented, and sales are maximized.
• Purchasing - Assist with the purchasing of merchandise and products for the nature store to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Pricing - Develop pricing and mark merchandise so that established retail policies are met, and accurate sales occur.
• Display - Arrange and display products on the selling floor so that a pleasing and organized selection of merchandise is maintained.
• Sales / Visitor Services - Conduct gift sales, vehicle permits sales, campground registration, and visitor Information services so that customers have a pleasant experience and revenue is properly collected. Provide visitor services at both the nature store and the visitor center / office.
• Sales Administration - Operate sales system and prepare and maintain appropriate records so that established fiscal policies are followed and so that business is conducted in an organized and professional manner.
• Records Administration - Assist with preparing invoices for payment and retaining records per policy and statute (verify, code, record, reconcile, etc.), keeping accounts current and vendors paid in a timely manner.
• Custodial - Clean nature store, restrooms, sales area, and adjacent public areas so that a safe and well maintained facility is presented to visitors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general office practices and business functions including basic accounting.
• Typing/keyboard skills sufficient to operate basic computer systems to complete basic typing/data entry tasks.
• Database and/or sales programs skills sufficient to make sales and maintain inventory records.
• Basic math skills to maintain accurate data, provide accurate charges and change for customers.
• Customer service skills sufficient to communicate effectively with the public and other staff and to create a positive, professional, and calm work and customer experience.
• Communication skills sufficient to assist customers with sales and/or information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Retail sales/customer service experience.
• Computerized inventory management systems experience.
• Product display experience or training.
• Experience in product development/marketing.
• Basic accounting skills.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Melissa Quinn at melissa.quinn@state.mn.us or 507-312-2302

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to assist with the application process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at ADA.DNR@state.mn.us. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Ashley Luecken at ashley.luecken@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.