Itasca Warehouse Operations - Central Services Administrative Specialist Intermediate

Working Title: Itasca Warehouse Operations

Job Class: Central Services Administrative Specialist Intermediate

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 97481

• Location : _Itasca State Park

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/06/2026

• Closing Date :10/26/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : DNR Parks and Trails Reg 1 / Itasca State Park

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $21.12 - $28.01/ hourly; $44,099 - $58,485/ annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 206 - Clerical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Itasca State Park

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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.

The DNR is seeking one (1) Central Services Administrative Specialist Intermediate at Itasca State Park. This position exists to assist the Retail Operations supervisor with the merchandise program operation at Itasca State Park and requires use of computer software to maintain accurate inventory counts, data entry for vendor and item files, and replacement ordering.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Establishing work priorities and deadlines, based on the following duties:

• Checking in merchandise,

• Pricing merchandise.

• Verifying and approving invoices.

• Inventory control.

• Transferring merchandise to the retail stores.

• Working with store staff to ensure that their inventory needs are met.

• Maintain POS system in regards to receiving merchandise and inventory records so that established fiscal policies are followed and business is conducted in an organized and professional manner.

• Arrange and display products, keeping traffic flow and customer volume in mind, so that merchandise is appealing and organized to attract potential customers.

• Facilitate the end of year physical inventory process to ensure accurate inventory counts and minimize negative impact to the bottom line.

This position is a year-round position, part-time with an expected 36 hours per week, typically Monday-Friday but may vary to include weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of customer service practices and principles sufficient to identify each customer’s needs, meet quality standards for services, that result in customer satisfaction

• Knowledge of computerized inventory management software systems and applications, sufficient to evaluate the current system and recommend system changes.

• Skills in math sufficient to handle sales transactions, make change, apply simple formulas, calculate balances and amounts owed.

• Skills in data entry sufficient to receive and review source documents, compare documents to database information, and edit documents

• Skills in communication sufficient to read, understand, and respond to a variety of communications, such as customers’ questions, product catalogs, requisitions, purchase orders, detailed instructions and procedures, inventory records, and distribution lists.

• Skills in accounting sufficient to reconcile differences between invoices, receipts and purchase orders, and assess needs based on data and events.

• Ability to present information to diverse customers.

• Ability to calculate and verify totals on reports, forms, requisitions, or bills, using a calculator, computer, and/or other tools.

• Ability to move and/or transport items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation on a regular basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Business Management, Marketing, Retail Sales, Merchandising or related field.

• 2 years of retail warehousing or inventory experience.

• Public relations skills sufficient to manage difficult and/or impatient clientele.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record. Per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency.

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. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.