Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations associated with the Forest Resilience Division and Forest Regulation Division contracts and procurement program by ensuring control, accountability, and compliance when obtaining goods/services for the agency as it relates to the suite of programs within the Forest Resilience Division and Forest Regulation Division.
• Serving as the Unit Supervisor, Procurement of Goods & Services, Forest Resilience & Regulation, overseeing the day-to-day operations, control, and accountability processes, and work flows associated with the contracts and procurement program, and by establishing the necessary processes to ensure that agency units and contractors comply with associated agreements.
• Ensuring necessary processes, policies, and procedures agency-wide are intact and compliant with current procurement law and best management practices.
• Assisting staff in resolving issues that arise during the contracts and procurement processes, including but not limited to disputes, protests, appeals, defaults, liquidated damages, and excess costs.
• Participating in agency reviews for updating applicable agency-wide contracts and procurement Policy Documents as part of the Office of Legal Affairs & Business Practices team.
• Developing and updating applicable agency-wide contracts and assisting in the development of procurement Policy Documents as they relate to the Forest Resilience and Regulation Divisions.
• Providing guidance and approval agency-wide to deviate from contracts and procurement regulations, policy/procedures as they relate to the Forest Resilience Division and the Regulation Division.
• Representing the agency in negotiations with other parties to contracts/agreements in conjunction with the program representative.
• Ensuring agency-wide Forest Resilience Division and Forest Regulation Division contracts and procurement templates are up-to-date with the most current laws, regulations, and policy/ procedures.
• Overseeing the preparation, review, negotiation, and approval of new and existing procurement of goods/services contracts/agreements, negotiations, administration, and termination of said contracts/agreements.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree involving a major study in business administration, public administration, business law, commerce, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a closely allied field. AND Three years of experience in negotiating, administering, and/or terminating contracts, contract property management, contract cost or price analyses, or contract compliance administration;
  OR A combination of education and/or experience equivalent.
• Experience with regulations, policies, and procedures for the preparation of contracts, agreements, etc.; business and professional services, practices, and trends, sources of supply and cost factors, contract terminology, and development.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to coordinate, collaborate, and negotiate with representatives of businesses, professions, and institutions to agree on terms of contracts; assure compliance with terms of contracts, agreements, etc., and obtain timely delivery of goods or services at the most reasonable prices; coordinate contract negotiation work with efforts of other units in need of services if applicable; advise department offices and sections on contract terms and conditions; and demonstrate positive customer service skills.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The duty station is at the Natural Resources Building. Work primarily indoors but need to work outdoors to review site-specific activities of the agency.
• Visits to DNR facilities (region offices, work centers, nursery, etc.) and lands managed or controlled by the agency.

• Working Knowledge of:
  • RCW 39.26 Procurement of Goods and Services.
  • RCW 39.34 Interlocal Cooperation Act
  • WA State Office of Financial Management (OFM) State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM).
  • WA State Department of Enterprise (DES) procurement and contracting-related policies, rules, guidelines, processes, and best practices.
• Strong Understanding of SharePoint.
  
  

Application Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents, please contact
dnrrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

• Apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: 3-5 professional references with current telephone numbers, to include your 2 most recent supervisors. You may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.