Responsibilities:
Provide strategic planning for partnership, engagement, and communications in support of the mission and work executed by the Commissioner of Public Lands and Executive Management.

Convey information to the public about key Commissioner and Agency priorities.

In collaboration with other key teams, develop and implement a robust public education campaign to support the key initiatives of the Commissioner and the Agency.

Invite new partnerships, strategically plan and execute engagement opportunities, and support the goals of the External Affairs team as defined by the Director. Under the direction of the External Affairs Director, implement strategic calendaring for the Commissioner, ensuring time is well-utilized and external events are high-impact. Other duties as assigned by the Director of External Affairs.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced experience as a strategic advisor of external and partner development and community outreach, preferably for a public agency, elected official, or company that generates significant public and media interest.
• Advanced experience managing, planning, marketing, and coordinating outreach events and public education campaigns.
• Ability to work in and with culturally and economically diverse populations, demonstrated working knowledge of, and cultural sensitivity to those populations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to build, track, and maintain relationships with community and external partners.
• Ability to interface with external partners, analyze/interpret issues and/or concerns, and find solutions.
• Ability to create and sustain effective relationships with community partners, foster and share leadership among individuals in the community, and build bridges among diverse community members and organizations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to make complex information understandable to the general public using plain language.
• Comfortable speaking in public and representing the agency at public events.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships; even in times of high pressure and conflict.
• Current Washington State Driver’s License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Knowledge of organizations – environmental, beneficiaries, business, etc. – that work with DNR.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• This work setting is at the Natural Resources Building office in Olympia. Approximately 90% of the work performed is indoors in an office environment.
• Position requires approximately 1-2 days per month away from the duty station that includes overnight travel for meetings, conferences, and trainings within Washington State and nationally.

• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in marketing, communications, public policy, environmental science or another field relevant to the position’s responsibilities;
  OR four years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). 
• 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 your 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 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.