Career Opportunities
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to careers@nrp.eco. Please specify which position you are applying for in your email, and your preferred location. Thank you!
If you have questions regarding any position listed here, please email: careers@nrp.eco
Ecological Technician
Application Deadline: March 25
Location: Hiring positions in both West Saint Paul and Clarkfield, MN
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be determined upon hire; mid-March-April
Job Type: Full-time/Permanent or Full-time/Seasonal
Salary: $19.00/hr
Individual(s) hired will work individually or with a crew conducting habitat restoration tasks such as herbicide application, invasive species removal, brush and tree removal, prescribed fire, stacking and burning brush piles, planting and seeding etc. NRP conducts projects at various size and complexity scales, with variable schedules. Technicians are expected to be flexible and work on a variety of project types as needed. Work can vary seasonally, and may include extended periods of similar duties.
Ecological Technician-FFT2 RX Fire Specialist
Application Deadline: March 25
Location: West Saint Paul or Clarkfield, MN
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be determined upon hire; mid-March-April
Job Type: Full time. Seasonal during the spring burn season (March-June), with the strong potential for extension into summer Wildland Fire suppression roles and/or yearly habitat restoration work for successful candidates.
Salary: $20.00/hr
Individual(s) hired will primarily work on a roving prescribed fire crew, conducting controlled burns across the state of Minnesota. Individual(s) will assist with additional habitat restoration tasks when not conducting burns. Candidates are required to have S-130/190 and L-280 course completion, and ability to pass an Arduous Level Pack Test.
Ecological Operator Technician
Application Deadline: March 25
Location: Hiring positions in both West Saint Paul and Clarkfield, MN
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be determined upon hire; mid-March-April
Job Type: Full-time/Permanent or Full-time/Seasonal
Salary: $20.00/hr
Individual(s) hired will work individually or with a crew conducting habitat restoration tasks such as herbicide application, prescribed fire, brush and tree removal, invasive species removal, stacking and burning brush piles, planting and seeding etc. NRP conducts a wide variety of projects at various size and complexity scales. Technicians are expected to be flexible and work on a variety of project types as needed. Work can vary seasonally, and may include extended periods of similar duties.
Operator Technicians are responsible for operating large machinery such as skid steers, skidders, feller bunchers, etc. as necessary for projects. When not operating machinery, operator techs will work alongside Ecological Technician crews to assist with field work. Candidates are required to have previous experience operating heavy equipment.
Wildland engine boss
Application Deadline: Rolling applications accepted
Location: West Saint Paul, MN or Clarkfield, MN
Anticipated Start Date: Spring 2026
Job Type: Full-time/Permanent or Full-time/Seasonal or Part-Time/On-Call/Seasonal
Salary: $21.00-$40.00 per hour DOE, prevailing wage when applicable
While representing NRP and acting with minimal supervision, individuals will be assigned to a Type 6 or Type 3 engine. Individuals will be primarily responsible for leading and supervising crews through national fire assignments, as well as assisting with prescribed fire operations throughout Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and the Dakotas.
