Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and implement the Habitat Strategic Initiative Lead (HSIL) sub-award program.
• Lead the negotiation of Statements of Work and budgets with successful Request for Proposal (RFP) applicants (i.e., staff at government agencies, tribes, special districts, or non-profit organizations) that highlight the connections to the Implementation Strategies (Floodplains and Estuaries, Land Development and Cover, Shoreline Armoring, and Marine Vegetation).    
• Manage the HSIL sub-awards and contracts.
• Facilitate technical content review of sub-award deliverables by HSIL team members or Subject Matter Experts (technical staff from government agencies, local jurisdictions, and non-profits, etc.).
• Work with the HSIL Communications Lead to share outputs from the subawards on the Strategic Initiative Lead (SIL) website or other appropriate avenues.
• Complete EPA-required reporting for the sub-award program and organize sub-award records to ensure record retention and EPA requirements are met.
• Support the development of RFP applications and evaluation materials on specific topics following EPA funding guidance.
• Support the overall HSIL-EPA work plan by supporting team activities and providing situational awareness.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resource or environmental science, natural resource or environmental planning, or public administration or public policy with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field (note: four years of experience in the above fields may substitute for a bachelor’s degree) AND At least two years of professional experience in natural resource or environmental science, natural resource or environmental planning, or public administration or environmental policy.
  OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience managing the administrative aspects of a program, including contract management and reporting requirements.
• Basic use of Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills to effectively prioritize workload and maximize efficiency.
• Ability to apply negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to seek and act on opportunities to improve, streamline, and re-invent work processes.
• HSIL Competencies:
  • Collaborative and productive
  • Honest and transparent
  • Tactful and politically sensitive
  • Self-motivated and self-directed
  • Professional, polite, and courteous
  • Accessible, timely, and responsive
  • Committed to the service of the public, mission, and team.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Work is performed almost exclusively indoors in an office environment. Exposure to hazards is limited to those commonly found in government office environments.
• Infrequent day trips or overnight travel (approximately 12 times per year anticipated) within the Puget Sound region will be required to meet with partners, conduct business, or attend or provide training.

• A master’s degree in natural resource or environmental science, natural resource or environmental planning, or public administration or public policy with an environmental emphasis, or a closely related field (two years of professional experience in the above fields may substitute for a Master’s degree)
  AND two years of professional experience in these areas (or one year of experience as an Environmental Planner 2).
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, build rapport, and partner with local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and tribes, regarding issues pertaining to habitat protection and restoration.
• Knowledge of the Puget Sound Action Agenda and Puget Sound recovery goals.
• Leading and facilitating a team or work groups to achieve desired and productive outcomes.
• 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.
• Experience applying knowledge of Puget Sound fish and wildlife biology, habitat science, and ecology to anticipate fish, wildlife, and habitat needs, potential impacts, and likely remedies.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– 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.