Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining the Dive Team’s equipment
• Record Center management and retention
• Responsible for having extensive knowledge of commercial diving regulations
• Responsible for reporting Blue Mountain maintenance needs
• Responsible for the team’s fleet of vehicles maintenance schedule and mileage reporting

Required Qualifications:

• Completed an accredited ADC commercial dive school, or equivalent training;
  OR possesses an instructor-level certification from a professional teaching agency that enables the candidate to train and certify scuba divers;
  OR five years of documented equivalent training or experience can be substituted for required education/training. Incumbunt must have 1 year of experience actively diving under the auspices of a private, state, or federal commercial diving program or equivalent.
• Ability to teach and present findings in written and oral formats to colleagues and managers.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Ability to use the Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint programs.
• Ability to present findings in written and oral formats to colleagues and managers.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• This position’s assigned duty station is the Blue Mountain Dive Locker near Tumwater, WA. This position works within the Dive Locker and is regularly assigned to work on a vessel in a variety of weather conditions and occasionally work in the Natural Resources Building.
• This position travels regularly. The employee is eligible for per diem and lodging costs when in travel status, except when provided.
• 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. 
• The position must pass an annual dive physical exam performed by a licensed physician with board certification in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine to participate in dive operations.
• Must complete a minimum of twelve (12) dives annually to participate as a qualified DNR Diver.
• This position has been identified as “safety-sensitive” and the successful candidate is subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
• This position requires an employee to tow dive vessels on trailers and operate vessels on the water as part of their professional duties. Complete a DNR-approved boater safety education course, and vessel operations task book, and pass a skills test within six (6) months of employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment dive evaluation, demonstrating aquatic abilities.
• Employee must read, understand, and adhere to the DNR Diving Manual, policies, and operating procedures. 
• The position must maintain current equipment repair technician certifications and document maintenance schedules, as required by Chapter 296-37 WAC and the DNR Diving Manual, for specified dive gear and support equipment used by the Dive Team Maintenance certifications, can be acquired post-hire date, however, the incumbent should have prior experience maintaining dive equipment. DNR will pay for the necessary certifications required to maintain dive team gear.

• Knowledge of the state’s geoduck fishery including DNR’s harvest agreements, regulatory permits, the Commercial Wild Stock Geoduck Fishery Management Plan and Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement, and the Low-Effect Habitat Conservation Plan for the Commercial Wild Stock Geoduck Fishery (HCP).
• General working knowledge of Tribal Treaty Rights in Washington State as part of the “Boldt” and Rafeedie” decisions.
• Skilled in vessel dive boat handling trailering. Knowledge of USCG regulations pertaining to navigation and a minimum of at least one year of experience operating a vessel in marine waters.
• Background in contract administration.
• Experience in the role of Designated-Person-In-Charge (DPIC). Experience coordinating dive team assignments, planning and operations, personnel training, record keeping, and equipment acquisition and repair; and, an accomplished diver with 100 or more SCUBA dives in cold water using a dry suit and being comfortable in low visibility conditions.
• Knowledge of the Department of Fish & Wildlife, Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Health regulations pertaining to the harvesting and transporting of shellfish.

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.