Responsibilities:

• Oversees development of Monthly Fire Suppression Cost Reporting, and prepares budget requests for Emergency Fire Suppression funding.
• Provides oversight and develops guidance about the agency’s internal incident business practices that are utilized when the agency is engaged in Emergency Fire Suppression.
• Represents the agency on several interagency committees.
• Research, analyze, and define best practices related to incident business, incident finance, and the emergency fire suppression budget.
• Assist with the development of agreements and operating plans.
• Train new region and division staff on fire fiscal and incident business processes.
• Develop manuals for fire fiscal processes.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business management, accounting, or other relevant field AND 3 years experience working with local, state, or federal
  agencies and experts on incident business, finance, or management policy guidance issues;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 2 years experience working with the state’s fiscal or budget systems.
• Proficiency as an expert in the use of Microsoft Excel including utilizing Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and other Excel functions.
• 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.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The work is performed in an office setting.
• The position requires in-state travel away from the duty station and occasional overnight travel. Weeklong travel out-of-state to fulfill the duties of the PNWCG Incident Business Committee meetings and Western States Business Manager committee meetings may occur 3-5 times per year.

• Master’s degree in public administration, business management, accounting, or an equivalent degree.
• Knowledge of DNR’s budget and financial reporting systems.
• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Advanced skills in management and business principles and methods, usually gained through attainment of a bachelor’s or advanced degree or at least 2 years of experience in business management with an emphasis on management analysis or accounting. 
• 2 years of experience, with direct or indirect responsibility, managing an annual budget, budget development, and budget management principles.
• Strong analytical skills and detailed knowledge of incident business practices.
• Experience applying business management skills in the wildfire or emergency management environment and experience as an Incident Business Advisor and
  Finance Section Chief Type 2 or Type 3 within the Incident Command system.
• Experience using communication (both verbal and written) negotiation, mediation, and collaboration skills to professionally navigate and encourage interagency cooperation while independently making strategic decisions, often within short timeframes.
• Knowledge of Washington’s legislative processes.
• Knowledge of DNR’s culture and individual programs, with personal work experience in both a region and a division.
• Knowledge of agency policies and procedures, state statutes, OFM rules, union agreements, and agency revenue systems.
• Experience as a Cost Unit Leader within the Incident Command system.

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
• Statewide vanpool program
• 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.