Aquatic Land Technician, Natural Resource Technician 3
Recruitment #2021-05-6277
This is a Full-time, Permanent, Represented position.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Are you highly motivated and looking to be part of a team that manages state owned aquatic lands? Join our team at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as a full time, permanent Natural Resources Technician 3 (NRT 3) in Chehalis, WA.  Our mission at the Department of Natural Resources is to manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Responsibilities:
The Aquatic Land Technician plays an important supporting role in the management of state-owned aquatic lands. We will entrust you with a diverse set of responsibilities including the following:

• Clear and effective communication with internal and external customers, local and state government agencies, tribes, and the general public to provide information regarding contracts, aquatic programs, policies, laws and regulations.
• Assist the district staff by preparing documents and reports related to aquatic land use contracts.
• Track and maintain billing accounts to ensure appropriate rental amounts have been calculated and applied, reconcile accounts receivable.
• Manage, organize, and audit hardcopy files and computer databases (NaturE, Salesforce).
• Track and address ongoing contractual obligations including insurance certificates, financial security, habitat stewardship measures, reporting and other contractual requirements.
• Ensure lease calculations are correct and computed based on appropriate technical information, including county assessor land values and state laws.
• Accurate and timely calculation and application of annual inflation rates.
• Assist Land Managers with field work, including compliance checks and site inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• High school graduation and two years of office experience performing demonstrable regular duties with Microsoft Office software.
• At least two years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or equivalent in performing technical or paraprofessional duties related to business administration, natural resources, real estate transactions, leasing contracts, or land use development and permitting.
• Must clearly demonstrate the ability to:
  • Proficiently use computers and software such
    as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and ArcGIS.
  • Speak, write, and report clearly and effectively.
  • Be organized, detail-oriented, and able to
    manage multiple ongoing projects at one time.
  • Adapt easily to new and changing technologies.
  • Use mathematical formulas for financial
    calculations.
  • Work within a team of four to eight staff.
• The work environment is approximately 95% in an office environment and 5% in the field. Fieldwork involves driving on congested roads with a high volume of traffic. It may also involve working around boats, docks, beaches, and open water in various weather types.
• The incumbent in this position is required to travel.
• 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 may be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

Our ideal candidate will also have the qualifications listed below:

• Ability to competently use database software, such as NatureE and SalesForce.
• Experience working with and providing customer service to the general public and representatives from businesses, governmental organizations, tribes, or lessees/tenants.
• Basic survey and aerial photography interpretation.
• Experience working with leases or other legal contracts, and the ability to understand, interpret, and enforce contract terms such as rent, insurance, land surveys, and financial security requirements.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the management of state lands or natural resources.

Location: 
One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located out of the Chehalis office located at 1405 Rush Road, Chehalis WA 98532. This position is an integral part of our small 14 person team that makes up the Rivers District, which is one of three districts within the Aquatics Division. The Rivers District includes 28 counties: Grays Harbor, Thurston, Pacific, Lewis, Wahkiakum, Cowlitz, Clark, Skamania, Okanogan, Ferry, Stevens, Pend Oreille, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln, Spokane, Kittitas, Adams, Whitman, Yakima, Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, Columbia, Garfield, Asotin, and Klickitat. . For more information on this area visit, https://www.ci.chehalis.wa.us/

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected for most office activities. When approved to return, staff are expected to report to their assigned duty station for work activities or may be approved for telework based on DNR’s telework policy.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). 
Our mission is to manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs economically and socially for current and future generations. 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. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.

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.

How to Apply: 
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.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.

Application Requirements:

• 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.
• 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!

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 522-2500 or (360) 522-0143 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.

DNR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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Questions?  Please contact Jacquelyn Dent at 360-669-3567, jacquelyn.dent@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov