Responsibilities:
As the Cultural Resources Specialist the Tribal Relations team will entrust you to:  

• Manage Cultural Resources
• Be proficient in Tribal Relations/Government practices and Tribal Cultural Resources policy development.
• Bring creative thinking to
• Leading and facilitating complex discussions, building coalitions, and working with diverse and competing interest groups to develop solutions and resolve conflicts surrounding high-profile issues.
• Provide internal and external communications to accomplish.
• Work with programs to identify information required for Tribal Cultural Resources development.
• Coordinate, and support work groups on subjects of agency-wide strategic importance.
• Conduct research on the environmental, economic, social, and political impacts of legislation.
• Provide support across agency divisions, working groups, and executive leadership on diversity, equity, inclusion, environmental justice, and Tribal consultation priorities.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree AND a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience working directly with Tribal communities, and environmental justice.
  OR any combination of education and/or experience that clearly demonstrates the ability.
• Demonstrated experience successfully working alongside and building relationships
  with urban and rural WA Tribes, Tribal organizations, business and private industry
  partners.
• Experience working for a Tribal elected official, non-Tribal elected official, or other high­ level executive.
• Demonstrated history of designing programs to advance racial equity and justice
  across programs and organizations.
• Demonstrated experience successfully moving a high-priority, high-profile project
  involving multiple, competing interests from start to completion.
• Ability to directly support scientific and program staff at DNR in meeting HEAL Act goals.
• Demonstrated experience successfully working alongside, building, and managing
  relationships with Tribes, and internal and external stakeholders, including business and
  private industry.
• Understanding of terrestrial and marine tribal resources.
• Understanding of land management.
• Understanding of archeological and cultural resource sensitivity.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Some overnight travel is required.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years. 

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.