Our Land Use Conservation & Policy Planner will, 

• In conjunction with the division and section lead staff, consult with Regional Habitat Program Managers or their designee to design, develop, and implement a local engagement strategy for each region, sub-region, and/or county that is consistent with WDFW goals and priorities.
• Support WDFW regional review of draft comp plans, CAOs, and SMPs to identify areas of strength and weakness relative to protecting, restoring, and enhancing fish and wildlife and their habitats. 
• Develop and deliver resources such as training, tools, and talking points to regional staff that facilitate the incorporation of Priority Habitats and Species and other best available scientific information into land use plans, policies, and development regulations. 
• Support ongoing communication and collaboration between WDFW Regional Land Use Planners and cities/counties throughout their land use planning implementation processes such as project proposal review and monitoring and adaptive management efforts. 
• Proactively coordinate with staff at other state agencies (e.g., Commerce, Ecology, SCC, DNR, RCO) as appropriate to promote consistent “state family” feedback and messaging to local jurisdictions.
• Proactively engage with and assist other staff and work within the LUCP section and more broadly as needed throughout WDFW.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Setting, including hazards:
  • Typical office setting, with partial remote work options available. 
  • Office hazards include working under fluorescent light, looking at computer monitors for long periods of time, sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Schedule:
  • Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm or equivalent, including a one-hour lunch break. 
  • A minimum of 20% of work time is in-person. 
  • Flexible schedule options available after completion of probation/trial service period.
• Travel Requirements:
  • Occasional travel for training and to meet with other agency staff and/or local jurisdiction staff. 
• Tools and Equipment:
  • Standard desktop or laptop computer workstation. Cell phone.
• Customer Interactions:
  • Regular: Program, Division, and Section level management and staff; other WDFW programs and divisions; Regional Habitat Program staff; city and county planning staff/directors and consultants; other state agency staff. 
  • Occasional: Local elected officials; tribal natural resources staff; non-profit organization staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

AND 

• Five (5) years of land use planning, policy, and/or natural resources management work experience within a local government, environmental/conservation organization, consulting firm, or natural resources agency. 
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to take interest in and understand others’ perspectives; easily recognize when others have important information, perspectives, or ideas to offer; demonstrate appropriate assertiveness; and be committed to the service of the public, WDFW mission, and team. 
• Demonstrated success in fostering a collegial, collaborative, and productive work environment with colleagues who are not co-located.

Closely related qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis.

Certifications/Licenses: 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following: 

• Master’s degree in urban, regional, or community land use planning; natural resource management; ecology; fish and/or wildlife biology with an aquatic emphasis; or public policy with an environmental emphasis.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
• Working knowledge of the state’s Growth Management Act (GMA) and Shoreline Management Act (SMA).
• Knowledge of monitoring and adaptive management principles and current practices.
• Knowledge of the Puget Sound Partnership’s Action Agenda and regional planning framework.

Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.

Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable in the application.

In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• A current resume. 
• Three professional references. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:

Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).

WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:

Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.

UNION – WAFWP:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to diana.humes@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE: 

To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at diana.humes@dfw.wa.gov.  
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. 

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome and are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.  

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

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