Working Title: Pollinator Conservation Technician
Job Class: Natural Resources Specialist - Wildlife
Agency: Minnesota Zoological Garden
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position is responsible for implementing ex situ and in situ conservation activities associated with the Zoo’s Pollinator Conservation Initiative, including care of and data collection on all life stages of imperiled pollinators, care of host and nectar plants, and field-based surveys and sampling. This position also conducts research to inform and improve the conservation of imperiled pollinators in Minnesota and across the Upper Midwest. The incumbent serves as a key support member for the Zoo’s Pollinator Conservation Initiative.
Duties include but are not limited to:
The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position. To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
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.
It is policy of the Minnesota Zoo that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
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State of Minnesota is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
If you have questions about this position, contact Cyndee Robinson at cyndee.robinson@state.mn.us.
Created by the State of Minnesota, the Minnesota Zoo opened in 1978 with a mission to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife . Cutting-edge exhibits provide exciting experiences with animals and their habitats introducing guests to species from around the globe. Education programs engage audiences at the Zoo, throughout the region, and around world. Conservation programs protect endangered species and preserve critical ecosystems.
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As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
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Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
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