The Tacoma Power Generation Natural Resources Team is growing!

We are currently looking to fill our Lands Officer (Classification: Natural Resources Analyst, Principal).

Tacoma Power is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Lands Officer. This position plays a key role in ensuring stewardship of Tacoma Power’s resources through providing monitoring and follow through action to resolve noncompliance issues that are in conflict with resource stewardship and FERC hydroelectric project license obligations. The successful candidate will lead the development of land use enforcement policies and coordinated efforts to resolve unauthorized uses, encroachments and misuse of hydroelectric lands through de-escalation, escalation, mitigation, legal and other tactics. 

Lands Officer Responsibilities will include: 

• Lead enforcement actions to resolve encroachments and other misuses of hydroelectric lands in alignment with land use policies.
• Coordinate encroachment resolution efforts with City’s Legal and Real Property departments, Tacoma Power staff, and external partners, including law enforcement agencies.
• Detect, investigate, and document misuse of City properties, including unauthorized uses, encroachments, thefts, vandalism, or other activities.
• Conduct routine patrols and inspections of hydroelectric project lands, culturally sensitive areas, and waterways via vehicle, foot, and boat to monitor adherence to laws and policies.
• Monitor compliance with easements, agreements, permits, and City policies related to activities on City-owned property.
• Manage contracts with law enforcement agencies for support services and maintain liaisons with local and state agencies.
• Communicate with violators and the public to investigate, resolve, and prevent encroachments.
• Prepare and maintain records, files, and correspondence related to land use violation investigations; prepare reports and participate in court case preparation and testimony as required.
• Collaborate with survey groups to identify and stake property boundaries and survey encroachments.
• Support Wildlife & Lands Group with field assistance and cultural resources management requests.
• Monitor road conditions, coordinate maintenance activities, and assess road and special use permit requests.
• Attend staff meetings, participate in professional development opportunities, and assist with organizational development activities.

Minimum Education*
Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, forestry, resource management, archeology or other scientific field related to assignment such as Criminal Justice.
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education 

Minimum Experience*
5 years of professional level experience in environmental programs including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education 

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• First Aid and CPR certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Washington State Driver’s License
• Desired: Washington State Boater Education Card, experience operating boats and trailering
• Desired: Training related to conflict resolution and de-escalation.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Hiking in rugged terrain and inclement weather
• Operation of a computer, GIS tools, GPS, remote cameras as well as use of a calculator, printer and similar office tools (fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions.
• communication and the exchange of information with others (hearing, seeing, talking.
• occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (sedentary work.)
• Operating 4 wheel drive vehicles on unimproved, remote forest roads
• Trailering and operating outboard motor and jet boats

Work may also occasionally require:

• movement around the workplace to pick up objects (stooping, walking, reaching).
• traversing, ascending or descending stairs, sloped terrain, or similar environments (climbing, balancing, walking).
• exerting up to 20 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (light work).
• Operating a winch, hand tools and chainsaw.

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt. if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma’s diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma’s entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress.  One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
 
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.  

Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you’ll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.
 


Apply:
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
 
If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.