The Department of Natural Resources & Conservation (DNRC) is seeking a motivated Program Manager to oversee the Renewable Resource Grant and Loan program.
Work Unit Overview:
The Conservation and Resource Development Division (CARDD) at DNRC is responsible for providing technical and financial assistance to local governments, state agencies and private citizens for conservation, development, protection and management of the state’s natural resources. The Resource Development Bureau (RDB) administers several grants and loan programs and aids local governments to fund renewable resource projects statewide. The grant and loan programs administered by the Bureau total over $340 million in bond authority and over $10 million in grants each biennium.
Job Overview:
This position is responsible for the overall development, management, and supervision of the Renewable Resource Grant and Loan Program including grant and loan programs, technical assistance for local governments, and coordination of grant and loan management policies and procedures across the Division. This position provides operational management, direction, budget oversight, and resource allocation for a multifaceted program serving local governments and other client groups, and performs operational management functions at least 70 percent of the time.
Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities): These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent.
Program Administration
Direct and Manage Program operations. including recruiting, hiring, training, work assignment, performance management, employee development, and discipline of staff.
Program Development and Implementation
Develop, oversee, and maintain the Program's biennial budget with the Division Administrator, Deputy Administrator/Financial Manager and other Program Managers.
Agency and Legislative Relations
Represent the Program and division to federal, state, and local government as well as stakeholders and the public.
Benefits Include:
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays), with vacation leave increasing with service.
Longevity pay with continued state service.
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth.
Retirement plans Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plus an optional 457(b) Plan.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.
Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.
This position is eligible for the statutory pay increase effective July 2026.
Required Application Materials
Cover Letter – Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities will make you successful in this role.
Resume -- Include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position.
How to Apply
Only online submissions are accepted. Applicants must initiate an application and attach a cover letter and a resume at the time of application to be considered for this position. Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application being considered incomplete and not reviewed further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. When attaching documents, mark each as Relevant to ensure they are viewable. For a copy of the job description, please email [email protected].
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in public or business administration, finance, economics, public relations, political science or a natural resource management field.
Minimum experience required is five years of dedicated job experience in government administration, grant and loan administration or natural resource management.
Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
Effective May 4, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, E-Verify Website.
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