Career, seasonal, part-time, student assistant and internship openings are posted on the state of Michigan job openings page. Check the website frequently as vacancy postings are added often.
We are currently seeking candidates to fill these high-demand positions.
This video series highlights important work for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. More than 1,300 passionate full-time employees contribute to current and future conservation efforts.
Starting rate: $15.25 an hour
Join our team this spring, summer and fall! As a frontline staff member, you'll help answer visitor questions, register campers, clean park buildings, mow grass, maintain trails and more.
$20.77 - $29.20 an hour
Train and lead staff and volunteers; provide customer service; maintain grounds, infrastructure and equipment; and perform other related duties.
Starting rate: $15.25 an hour
We're looking for educators to lead educational hikes and activities in state parks and recreation areas.
Gain hands-on experience in ecological restoration, forest health, horticulture or sign manufacturing. MCCC members are limited term and can serve up to two years.
Pay range: $19.33 – $25.37 an hour
Protect Michigan’s natural resources, the environment, and the health and safety of the public through effective law enforcement and education.
Starting rate: $15.50 an hour
Expand skills, gain experience, and work independently in a variety of public history contexts in some of Michigan’s most beautiful places.
Starting rate: $22.95
Fight fires, conduct prescribed burns and assist with forest management (i.e. cultivation work, operate heavy machinery, work with partners, maintain equipment).
$20 to $44.52 an hour
Manage and sustain forests by collecting site data, developing treatment plans, preparing bid packages, overseeing environmental restoration projects and more.
Starting rate: $15.25 an hour
Join our team in Detroit! We're looking for passionate part-time staff to engage visitors, spark their curiosity and create lasting memories. Whether it's a group of kids on a field trip, a family celebrating a birthday or a team of executives, you'll greet visitors, answer questions and more.
Starting rate: $15.25 an hour
Join our passionate and customer-oriented team on the shores of Higgins Lake in Roscommon! You'll play a vital role in enhancing the overall experience of guests, help prepare and serve meals, clean facilities, assist guests and more.
DNR employees receive much more than just a paycheck! The following are some of the benefits available for eligible employees. Learn more about the benefits of working for the State of Michigan. *Alternate and remote/hybrid schedules not available for all positions.
Health, dental, vision & life insurance
*Alternate & remote work schedules
15 - 35 paid vacation days each year
13 or 14 paid holidays each year
13 paid sick leave days each year
12 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption
Bonus and longevity pay with accrual of 5+ years of service
401(k) and 457 enrollments with generous match
Tax-advantage child care and health savings accounts
Professional development, loan forgiveness & more
8 paid hours each year for community or school service
Below are some examples of potential careers with the DNR. These are not necessarily active job postings, just examples of various position descriptions within the DNR that we hire for.
Pursuant to section 238 of PA 166 of 2022, the Department of Natural Resources posts this notice that it has adopted a hybrid policy that includes in-person, remote, and alternative work arrangements. The department or agency has the authority to assign and schedule its employees and determine their work location. This policy also provides for work options contingent upon the operational needs of the department or agency. Approval is at the discretion of the department or agency and can be changed or rescinded based upon operational needs. The policy includes which positions may qualify for a work option, how to request one and the requirements necessary for approval.
