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How to be Successful in the Role: Gain familiarity with Conservation Futures program, codes and processes.  Get to know board, committee, sponsors.  Learn about past and current conservation projects and align the program with important local, region, county or statewide improvement targets for a variety of species.  You will also have the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to develop best reporting practices for broad understanding of program performance.  You may be requested to assist with some department real estate projects.

Your Future in this Role: 
This position offers a great opportunity to  make a significant contribution to the open spaces for future Pierce County generations.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the Conservation Futures program. 
• Work with communities, park districts, sponsors to identify conservation properties, assist with application scoping, set up review process for oversight board and work with Council to adopt priority lists. 
• Ensure appropriate documentation, budgeting, distribution of funds and monitoring of properties.
• Work with other county departments, cities and partner organizations to develop program improvements to achieve conservation goals for the county.  

Core Strategic Responsibilities:

• Develop conservation plans and coordinate with local partners to ensure long term viability of open space, resource lands and habitat for future generations. 

This is a “summary” of the duties. It is not all-inclusive, and other related activities or tasks may be assigned.  A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions may perform can be found here.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration. 

About the Department
Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages over 5,200 acres of open space, trails, developed and undeveloped parks.  We provide recreational programs and infrastructure in active and passive parks and trails. The department consists of three divisions:  Parks and Recreation, Administration and Resource Stewardship. Our mission is to be a leader in creating livable communities by providing opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainable practices, live healthy lifestyles, and enjoy vibrant community spaces.
 
Nature of the work
The Conservation Futures Coordinator (Planner 2) position in the Resource Stewardship Division is responsible for coordination of the Conservation Futures grant program in partnership with other county departments, local cities and other park districts and non-profit land conservancies.  Work includes developing and facilitating citizen advisory groups, reviewing conservation easements, developing stewardship plans, identifying properties for conservation and monitoring/reporting program progress. As the program coordinator, you will be integral to the property transactions process for developing open spaces, and conserving resource lands and habitats throughout Pierce County including within cities.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, conservation biology, resource management, ecology, physical geography or related field; and,
• Two years of related planning work OR any equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Positions in specific program areas may require program-related experience, education, and/or training.
• Experience in local, county, or state planning is desired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Successful completion of all required background checks may be required prior to employment.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s license, or the ability to obtain the license within 30 days of employment, or otherwise meet the travel requirements of the position.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
  To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to:   www.piercecountywa.org/jobs. 
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format, you may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process.  Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.  Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration.  Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date.  Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.
 
 As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce.  Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.
 
 At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.  Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?