Job Description

Description

Aquatic Restoration Manager-Snohomish Watershed, NRS3
Recruitment #2023-8-P427
Full-time, Project, Represented position
Anticipated Project is November 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025
Location: Northwest Region- Sedro Woolley, WA
Location and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered within NW region.
Salary: $4,723.00 - $6,349.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 9/7/23. It is in the applicant\'s best interest to submit material as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Help advance DNR\'s efforts to support habitat restoration, salmon recovery, and watershed health in the Snohomish watershed, an important Puget Sound river basin home to nine salmonid species. This new position will create dedicated capacity in the Orca-Straits Aquatic District to implement land management, stakeholder engagement, and project management to support habitat restoration and protection in the Snohomish basin. This work will help implement DNR\'s Snohomish Watershed Resilience Action Plan (WRAP), a watershed scale effort to promote salmon recovery, water quality, forest health, and vibrant communities. WRAP is an ambitious plan for a \xe2\x80\x9ctrees to seas\xe2\x80\x9d approach to watershed health in Watershed Resource Inventory Area 7 (WRIA 7). The work within the WRAP directly supported by this position aligns to agency priorities in salmon recovery, environmental justice, and climate resilience.

Specifically, this position supports the Orca-Straits District\'s aquatics restoration and land management work within the Snohomish River watershed. They will work independently to negotiate and manage land use authorizations on state-owned aquatic lands (SOAL) and otherwise support habitat restoration projects in the watershed.

Additional duties include conducting stakeholder outreach; developing and maintaining effective intergovernmental relationships; engaging in regional restoration planning; and providing information regarding department laws and policies and guidance to the public and to other government entities pertaining to management of SOAL. They will interact with other district and region staff, division staff, restoration project managers, local, state, federal, and tribal jurisdictions, nonprofit organizations, and other partners to accomplish their work. While this position is housed within the Orca-Straits Aquatic District, they will also work closely with the Snohomish Watershed Steward, the Aquatic Restoration Program team and staff from other DNR workgroups to advance WRAP priorities.

Duties

Responsibilities:
Support Habitat Restoration Efforts in Snohomish Watershed
Tasks include:

• Plan, develop, budget, oversee and directly manage implementation of Snohomish watershed (WRIA 7) restoration projects to meet objectives as assigned. Objectives include improving the quality and quantity of productive habitat on or directly impacting state-owned aquatic lands through restoration and enhancement of aquatic habitat. This will include applying for funding and managing grants and contracts as needed.

Aquatic Land Management
Tasks include:

• Independently negotiate and prepare land use authorizations for review and approval. Land use authorizations managed by this position will focus on projects relating to restoration and stewardship of state-owned aquatic lands in the Snohomish watershed to meet the goals of the WRAP.

Participate in WRAP Planning, Implementation, Outreach and Education
Tasks include:

• Provides Aquatic District support of the Watershed Resilience Action Plan by coordinating with and participating in regular meetings with the Snohomish Watershed Steward, Policy staff, and other members of the WRAP team. This may include strategic planning to advance programmatic goals, planning and prioritization of WRAP actions, reporting, and engaging with local partners to implement WRAP.
• Coordinate with the local restoration community as needed, with potential duties including: Drafting and implementing Memorandums of Understanding between local governments and/or other agencies, representing DNR at public meetings, outreach and engagement with Tribal co-managers, the Marine Resource Committee (MRC), salmon recovery partners, and the public.
• Conduct stakeholder outreach and education to WRIA 7 stakeholders and the public about restoration and land management of SOAL.

Support other WRAP related Aquatic Science and Management Efforts
Tasks include:

• Serve as an Orca-Straits District liaison to other Aquatic Resources Division programs and projects related to WRAP, including but not limited to the Snohomish Kelp and Eelgrass Protection Zone, the Acidification Nearshore Monitoring Network (ANeMoNe) station, and the Derelict Vessel Removal Program.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor\'s Degree AND two years of experience in environmental science, natural resource management, forestry, fisheries, wildlife science, marine science, environmental engineering, land use or environmental planning, or other relevant field.

OR an equivalent combination or education and experience. * Experience working with natural resource management/environmental protection issues.

• Experience managing multiple complex tasks, setting workload priorities, and completing tasks on time.
• Communication skills - speaking and writing clearly and succinctly, using typical office software.
• DNR Core Competencies:

• Personal Accountability
• Value Others
• Compassionate Communication
• Inspire Others
• Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• The work environment is approximately 90% at a workspace/office and 10% in the field. Most fieldwork involves being on or near the water with the risk of falling in (use of personal floatation devices is mandatory in such locations.) Most fieldwork involves driving.
• Travel may be required to locations within the District or Olympia. Most travel is by car. Most travel requires less than two concurrent nights away. Overnight travel is generally less than two nights a month.
• A valid unrestricted 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• The ability to apply knowledge of Washington fish and wildlife biology, habitat science, and ecology to anticipate fish, wildlife, and habitat needs, potential impacts, and likely remedies.
• Knowledge and understanding of land use authorizations (leases, easements, licenses, etc.) and other legal instruments associated with land management.
• Experience with project management.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with contracts such as master contracts, public works contracts, and use authorizations.
• Knowledge of natural resource laws, policies, and programs and how these affect and/or enable fish, wildlife, and habitat conservation in Washington State, and the ability to interpret and apply them in order to achieve expected results.
• Demonstrate sustained commitment to teamwork.
• Project and program management experience focused on restoration work typically involving ecological restoration and/or environmental engineering activities.

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• 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.
• 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.
• Candidates that move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted via email from

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. (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,
• 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

for more information. 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.

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