Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction for natural area management and acquisition actions.
• In coordination with the Natural Areas Lead Scientist, provides direction for the program's monitoring and assessment activities
• Works with federal, state, and local agency partners and NGOs to coordinate and identify collaborative conservation opportunities
• Program Management and Administration.
• Fiscal responsibilities.
• Strategic development and outreach, including participating in meetings with the Natural Heritage Advisory Council.
• Directly supervising 2 FTE, who supervise a team of 4 FTE.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Three (3) years of experience managing a land and resources conservation program within the previous five (5) years.
• Two (2) years’ experience managing partner relationships that operate exclusively in conservation, recreation, or both during the previous five (5) years. This experience must include budget development.

• Accustomed to applying communication skills to a variety of audiences to educate others about conservation and the Natural Areas Program.
• An understanding of, and ability to navigate, the social and political context of land conservation and management
• 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

• Assigned duty station is the Natural Resources Building in Olympia; the majority of time will be spent indoors unless working under the agency’s teleworking policy. The building environment consists of a cubicle workstation with a computer in an open area.
• 10-15%, including overnight travel for site visits, public meetings, or other programmatic needs.
• A current, valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Conservation Land Management, or related field.
• Extensive knowledge, experience, or familiarity with land management activities such as invasive species control and prescribed burning.
• Knowledge and familiarity with the principles of conservation biology.
• Experience managing a statewide network of conservation sites.

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: References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least 3 professional references with current telephone numbers, including your current or most recent supervisor.
• 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 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.