Description

Environmental Planner 5/Supervisory Project Manager
Recruitment #2023-3-6872
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position.
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA.
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered.
T elework flexibility may be available and considered.

Review of applications is ongoing. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after April 3. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit material as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Forest Regulations Division. We are looking for an energetic leader who will help create and maintain an inspiring team environment with a culture of open communication and innovation. Your project management team is responsible for helping the forest practices Adaptive Management Program administer a multi-million-dollar portfolio of scientific forestry studies and related projects. The results of these scientific projects are used by the Forest Practice Board to decide when it’s necessary or advisable to adjust administrative rules and guidance that guide management of timber harvest and other forest practices across about 12 million acres of private and state forests within Washington.

Duties

Responsibilities:
This senior level position is responsible for supporting Washington State’s multi-caucus Forest Regulations Adaptive Management Program by managing the effective and efficient execution of Cooperative Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Committee (CMER) research and monitoring initiatives. This position reports to the Adaptive Management Program Administrator (AMPA) and acts as a representative of the AMP to the multi-caucus CMER and TFW Policy committees.

This position ensures project accountability by working with state federal, tribal, and local government; large and small landowners; and conservation groups and other caucuses to develop, track, and oversee research and monitoring program scopes of work, schedules, contracts, budgets, and deliverables.

This position is responsible for supervising and managing the two Environmental Planner 4 and one Environmental Planner 3 positions in the AMP. The majority of work involves leading AMP project management staff in working with private and public scientists and consultants, and other interested individuals and groups outside of the agency. These stakeholders provide policy guidance and science-based recommendations and technical recommendations to assist the Forest Practices Board in determining if and when it is necessary or advisable to adjust forest practice laws, rules, and guidance for aquatic resources to achieve Habitat Conservation Plan resource goals and objectives.

Research, Monitoring, and Technical/Peer Review

Supervise and mentor Project Management staff in support of the Adaptive Management Program (AMP)

• Prepares annual reviews, approval of timesheets, work schedules, and training needs for Project Management staff. Works with AMPA to assure appropriate and optimum use of the program’s resources, and enhance the effectiveness of employees through timely mentoring, support and leadership.
• Organizes, assigns, and directs AMP project managers’ work, including communicating strategies for being successful, balancing workload demands and Quality Assurance of products.
• Provides verbal and written feedback to EP4 and EP3 staff as needed to support continued improvement in the AMP.
• Provides guidance affecting policy, planning and project management through the development of workflow and direction to the other AMP project managers.

Research and Monitoring Work Plan and Program Budget development

• Assists with research and monitoring program budget planning, and scoping future funding needs. Works with the the Adaptive Management Program Administrator, Project Teams, SAGs, CMER and project proponents on research and monitoring project identification, prioritization, and development; contributes to annual work plan and budget development and adoption.
• Oversees Adaptive Management Program project budget tracking. Seeks opportunities for continual improvement in project budget tracking.
• Contract Development
• Works with responsible participants to develop RFPs/RFQQs, review contractor proposals, monitor contract work and deliverables, and manage budgeting, schedule, and scope changes.
• Develops and oversees project contracts, scope of work, schedules, and budgets. Manages the ongoing evaluation of project performance and accountability. Implements corrective action of consultants and assigned project staff as appropriate. Works with the Contract Specialist to ensure contract compliance with all laws, policies and regulations.

Development of Protocols, Standards and Project Management Tools

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with major emphasis on earth sciences, natural resource planning, forestry, or a closely related field.
• 5 years professional experience serving as a project manager responsible for developing project management plans and contracts with statements of work, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• 3 years serving as a supervisor to professional staff, including the responsibility for hiring, annual reviews and performance expectation plans, and discipline.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment :

• A valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. 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.
• Travel is required for multiple CMER meetings. Typically at least 12 overnight trips are required annually.
• Employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to complete their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines (be fully vaccinated against COVID-19) or be approved for a medical or religious accommodation as a condition of employment. Please note, any offer of employment is contingent and no start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved accommodation. “Fully vaccinated” means the following: An employee is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Novavax) or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson (J&J)/Janssen) authorized for emergency use, licensed, or otherwise approved by the FDA or listed for emergency use, or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• A graduate degree in a natural resource science (e.g., forestry, fisheries, wildlife, biology, ecology) or a closely related field AND 5 + years of professional work experience in one of these fields.
• Practical experience conducting and managing forestry/aquatic resource interaction research and monitoring projects.
• Knowledge and understanding of statistics, including experimental design, sampling procedures, hypothesis formulation and testing.
• Practical experience working with the Washington Forest Practices Rules and the Forest Practices Adaptive Management Program.

Supplemental Information

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

• 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.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

• 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 benefit 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.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Attach a copy of your college degree certificate or an unofficial copy of your transcripts.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

The Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 890-2149 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

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