Fire danger is extreme throughout Michigan. We need your help to prevent wildfires with these unprecedented conditions. Extreme danger needs to be met with extreme vigilance. Learn what you can do to help.
Calendars: Classes & Workshops; Hunting and Fishing; Public Meetings; Volunteer Opportunities; State park, historic sites and visitor center events.
Get all your fishing information here, including rules and regulations, license info, the weekly fishing report and much more. Use the button above to visit the fishing home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:
Get all your hunting information here, including hunting season dates, rules and regulations, and much more. Use the button above to visit the hunting home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:
Information on DNR shooting and archery ranges, rules and regulations, resources to get started and more. Use the button above to visit the target shooing and archery home page, or go directly to one of the pages below:
Find snowmobile trail permit info, maps, rules and regulations and more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE SNOWMOBILE HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Want to find tasty morel mushrooms in the forest? Click the box above for tips and tricks to fill your basket.
Find cross-country ski, ice fishing , snowmobiling info and much more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE WINTER FUN HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more.
Find a great trail experience near you - whether you want to hike, bike, snowmobile or ride an ORV. From long, paved linear trails to rugged forest terrain, Michigan offers trail opportunities for all abilities and interests.
Visitor Centers across the state provide education programs, field trips, archery, fishing, trails and much more. Click the box above to see all our locations, or click the individual location below.
We administer grants that enable our local partners to promote the lifestyles we all enjoy by providing recreational opportunities, enhancing wildlife habitat and ensuring public safety. Visit the grants home page by clicking on the button above, or view a specific area of interest below:
Recreational Safety and Hunter Education
Learn about Michigan's diverse range of fish, plants, trees, reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals. Click the box above to see all species, or click the species group below.
DNR educators across the state provide fun, educational activities, programs and workshops year-round for adults, families and kids. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
DNR educators provide classroom lessons, field trip opportunities, professional development and experiential programs to teachers around the state. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
DNR forest resources professionals maintain healthy forests, manage wildfire, maintain responsible harvesting certifications and improve wildlife habitat. Click the box above to learn more about Michigan's state forests.
law enforcement, legislation, rules and regulations
All DNR-related boards, committees, and advisory groups
Find seasonal, part-time and full-time job openings with the DNR
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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.
Pay range: $24.36 – $31.90 an hour
Protect Michigan’s natural resources, the environment, and the health and safety of the public through effective law enforcement and education. Apply by May 10.
Pay range: $18.68 - $38.24 an hour
Manage and sustain forests by collecting site data, developing treatment plans, preparing bid packages, overseeing environmental restoration projects and more.
Pay range: $15 – $19.39 an hour
Seeking valuable experience working in wildlife conservation? Or just an interesting job that gets you outdoors? Apply for a seasonal position with the Wildlife Division.
Starting hourly rate: $15 an hour
Answer visitor questions, register campers, clean park buildings, maintain trails, mow grass, and more. Learn valuable skills and work as part of a team!
Hourly rate: $15 an hour
These enthusiastic, nature-minded folks lead hikes and activities and present fun programs that shine a spotlight on each park's unique resources.
Pay range: $19.39 - $27.26 an hour
Train and lead staff and volunteers; provide customer service; maintain grounds, infrastructure and equipment; and perform other duties as assigned.
Pay range: $18 - $30.67 an hour
Fight fires, conduct prescribed burns and assist with forest management (i.e. cultivation work, operate heavy machinery, work with partners, maintain equipment).
The following are additional opportunities to work for the DNR. While some of these positions, such as AmeriCorps and Michigan CCC, hire year-round, others are only available seasonally.
Now hiring for summer!
We are hiring historical interpreters across the state. Expand skills, gain experience, and work independently in a variety of public history contexts in some of Michigan’s most beautiful places.
Currently hiring!
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.
Hiring in spring each year
Explorer specialists serve as regional program coordinators for the State Park Explorer Program, a summer interpretive-education program, offered in more than 40 of Michigan state parks.
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.
