Responsibilities:
This position routinely performs the items listed below:

• Work respectfully and professionally.
• Build professional relationships.
• Ensuring that the team achieves the DNR vision and mission and does so consistently with the DNR values and core competencies.
• Review Joint Aquatic Resource Permit Applications (JARPA) for requesting use authorizations.
• Research title and ownership information.
• Review and interpret surveys and aerial photographs; create vicinity maps and other GIS products.
• Work on the negotiation, processing, approval, and execution of property contracts.
• Review, track, and file local, state, and federal regulatory permits.
• Route and track documents through an internal review process.
• Compose and send correspondence to business partners, applicants, and or their agents.
• Perform audits on contracts.
• Review lease calculations performed by Land Managers to ensure accuracy.
• Independently conduct rent calculations.
• Request, track, and review insurance certificates and financial security instruments.
• Track financial accounts, audit billings, notify business partners of delinquent accounts, and work with internal staff and external parties to reconcile accounts.
• Ensure that the electronic and hard copy document file systems are current and accurate.
• Provide technical support and trainings to staff on our custom database systems.
• Update and keep district workflow tracking systems current.
• Receive public inquiries regarding the use and management of State Owned Aquatic Lands.
• Work in NaturE, GIS, SalesForce, and Microsoft.
• Coordinate file management with our Title and Records Office.
• Provide remote and in-person notary services. 
• Act as a point of contact for facility maintenance requests.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree and two years of work experience in natural resource management, real estate, forestry, science, engineering, land use, environmental
  planning, business, or other relevant field;
  OR a combination of education and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience with managing records and files.
• Knowledge of interpreting and enforcing contract terms.
• Experience with working within a team.
• Knowledge of interpreting laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the management of aquatic land.
• Proficient at using computers and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and GIS.
• Proficient at speaking, writing, and reporting clearly and effectively.
• Team Building – You inspire and create an environment that allows motivation to thrive, and guides others toward goal accomplishments. Consistently develops and sustains cooperative working relationships.  Encourages and facilitates cooperation within the
  organization and with stakeholders, fostering commitment, team spirit, pride, and trust.
• Customer Service – You balance the interests of a variety of clients and readily adjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Anticipates and meets the needs of clients, ensures quality end-products, and is committed to continuous improvement of services.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Working Setting: The work setting is primarily an office setting with minimal field time.
• Travel Requirements: 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 unusual but may occur.
• This position will be required to obtain and/or maintain a Washington State Notary License with remote and electronic notary endorsement upon hire.

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resource management, real estate, forestry, science, engineering, land use or environmental planning, business, or other relevant field.
• Experience with insurance, securities, budget tracking, invoicing, and accounts receivable.
• Proficient at using an accounting or contract management system, such as NaturE and Salesforce.
• Experience with recognizing land uses and potential land uses.
• Experience working with leases or other legal contracts and ability to understand interpret and enforce contract terms such as rent, insurance, and financial security
  requirements.
• Experience in negotiating leases. 
• Experience in laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the management of state-owned aquatic lands.

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.