Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting job opportunity within our Conservation, Recreation & Transactions Division. Do you love the details? Are you interested in a career supporting sustainable funding for outdoor recreation?  We are looking for a Recreation Grants Manager to support recreation staff state-wide in pursuing funding and delivering on grant commitments. This position coordinates the grant application, tracking, billing, and reconciliation of up to 60 grants annually to maintain existing recreation sites, provide education and enforcement presence on DNR landscapes, and to develop new recreation sites and infrastructure for Washingtonians to enjoy.

DNR’s recreation program consists of more than 160 sites including more than 80 campgrounds and 1200 miles of trails available for a diversity of users statewide. Many of these sites are developed or maintained utilizing grant funding that regional recreation staff apply for through competitive application processes. As the Recreation Grant Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating the grant application process with regional staff, tracking and reconciling grant expenditures, and completing bi-annual billings for each grant. Additionally, the Recreation Grants Manager will support agency volunteer tracking and support, including, but not limited to, providing administrative direction for the Forest Watch program.

A successful candidate will be detail oriented, proficient in word processing and database software, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. While much of your work will be in tracking complex expenditure data and coordinating application details, interpreting funder requirements and clearly and succinctly communicating these to regional staff and recreation program partners is of the utmost importance.Duties

Responsibilities:

• Regular tracking of monthly grant expenditures for each active grant.
• Communicating with grant funders, including the Recreation and Conservation Office about deadlines, requirements, and progress reports on a consistent basis.
• Providing expert guidance to regional staff and recreation partners about funding sources and grant requirements.
• Coordinating the timeline and submission expectations of grant application deadlines with all regional staff and DNR’s planning team.
• Providing timely feedback on grant applications to ensure DNR recreation grant applications are consistently strong state-wide.
• Researching alternative funding sources to advise program leadership on new funding mechanisms.
• Supporting volunteer Forest Watch program through running background checks, communicating with volunteers on expectations, and tracking volunteer hours.
• Receiving and reporting agency-wide volunteer data on a quarterly basis.
• Assisting Recreation Policy Manager in volunteer program policy changes as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree related to finance, environmental, natural resources or related field from an accredited institution AND one year of relevant professional experience. OR a combination of education and/or experience equivalent.
• Experience interpreting complex information, such as, laws, regulations, and/or policies related to grant programs.
• Fluency in current word processing and spreadsheet software used by DNR or similar software.
• Must possess excellent research skills.
• Must be proficient in self-management to effectively conduct work and achieve results.
• Experience working collaboratively in diverse teams; customer service experience preferred.

Our ideal candidate will also have the qualifications listed below:

• Experience in database use.
• Understanding or experience with recreation funding sources in Washington.

Supplemental Information

Location: 
One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located in Olympia. For more information on this area visit, http://olympiawa.gov.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected for most office activities. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to their assigned duty station for work activities or may be approved for telework based on DNR’s telework policy.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Our mission is to manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs economically and socially for current and future generations. At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.

DNR provides excellent benefits a few of those include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Work/life balance
• Leadership development opportunities
• Educational aid and career development stipends
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• Opportunities to stretch your professional skills
• A comprehensive benefit 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.

How to Apply: 
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.

Application Requirements:

• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing you experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Complete all supplemental questions.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

Veteran’s wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching.  We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 522-2500 or (360) 522-0143 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.  Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

DNR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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Questions?  Please contact Andrea Martin at 360-947-1574, Andrea.Martin@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov