Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for leading the coordination between local, state, federal, and tribal agencies regarding major new initiatives/or major modifications to existing laws, policies, and Aquatics Division program planning needs. The position supervises four professional planning staff. Management responsibilities include overall direction of the following DNR Aquatic Resources programs and tasks: 

• Mooring buoy program;
• Habitat stewardship implementation;
• Consistency and facilitation with Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A), Shoreline Management Act (RCW 90.58), and Harbor Areas (RCW 79.115);
• Inter-agency and tribal government collaboration, and
• Aquaculture policy and planning.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or above with a major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field
  AND 3 years of experience;
  OR a combination of education and/or experience equivalent.
• Experience managing multiple complex tasks, setting workload priorities, and completing tasks on time.
• Experience speaking and writing clearly and succinctly.
• Experience collaborating on complex and contentious issues in an active respectful, cooperative, and professional manner.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Working Setting: The majority of work is performed in an office or meeting setting with some fieldwork. Field visits involve transport by motor vehicle or boat and include working on or around flowing water (rivers) and marine waters. Foot travel over rough terrain is occasionally required. While in field settings, the position may come into occasional contact with motor fuels and lubricants, herbicides, or creosote.
• Travel Requirements: Some travel may be required for short periods and occasionally may require overnight stays away from home, usually no more than three nights at a time.

• Knowledge of environmental planning principles and strategies.
• Knowledge of land use regulations that govern activities in water bodies, such as the Shoreline Management Act, Growth Management Act, Washington Hydraulic Code, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Experience facilitating meetings and giving public presentations.
• Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS.

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.