{"id":36446,"date":"2021-01-07T11:29:35","date_gmt":"2021-01-07T19:29:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=36446"},"modified":"2021-01-07T11:29:37","modified_gmt":"2021-01-07T19:29:37","slug":"job-water-quality-program-manager-pierce-conservation-district-tacoma-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-water-quality-program-manager-pierce-conservation-district-tacoma-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Water Quality Program Manager, Pierce Conservation District (Tacoma, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Nature &amp; Purpose of the Position<\/span><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Pierce Conservation District (PCD) is seeking a full-time Water Quality Program Manager. This position will support the Water Quality program by working within the Thea Foss and Flett Creek basins to implement green infrastructure projects on private and public properties. By working deeply in target areas within these basins, building relationships, and integrating water quality topics into community conversations this position will be responsible for increasing the diversity and engagement level of community members participating in our work. This position works independently as well as in teams, both inside the organization and with community partners. This position requires excellent oral and written communication skills, client service and project management abilities, the ability to develop relationships with diverse groups of people, and some physical fieldwork.<\/p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing projects and engaging with diverse communities. They will be a strategic thinker committed to getting results in a complex environment and able to handle a heavy workload without dropping the ball and willing to work non-traditional hours.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">About the Pierce Conservation District<\/span><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Pierce Conservation District is government that works. We work strategically and passionately to conserve and restore the natural resources of Pierce County. Our work improves both rural and urban communities to benefit the health and well-being of our citizens. We work in five core program areas: Farm Assistance, Water Quality Improvement, Habitat Restoration, Urban Agriculture, and Environmental Education. The District works for clean water, healthy soil, salmon recovery and local food access for all.\u00a0 When you join the Pierce Conservation District staff, you join a team of talented and committed people who are mission-driven and care deeply about improving our environment and our community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Primary Job Responsibilities<\/span><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">The Water Quality Program Manager reports to the Water Quality Director, and is responsible for the following:<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Using current data and partners\u2019 strategic goals, identify three target areas to deeply engage the\u00a0community through facilitating community conversations and joining existing conversations around green stormwater projects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Develop and deliver Financial Assistance programs associated with Green Stormwater projects<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Working in community, identify and project manage green stormwater projects<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Manage, in cooperation with Program Director, grant and contract budget and reporting requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Secondary Job Responsibilities<\/strong><\/b><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">While the District independently identifies and implements green stormwater projects, we also partner with jurisdictions, non-profits, and community in the role of a community organizer and event planner. Participating in efforts such as Earth Day 2020, Green Tacoma Day, and Puyallup Watershed Initiative (PWI) provides the opportunity to strengthen our connection between stakeholders and community efforts. In this role this position will:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Participate in large and small environmental efforts within target basins<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Manage external staff work plan as PCD\u2019s role within PWI committee<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Act as a community event planner and manage said event day-of<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Recruit and manage volunteers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Qualifications<\/span><\/strong><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">We\u2019re seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building and collaboration, and are detail-oriented and strategic thinkers. You should have:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Bachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent in Environmental Science or Studies, Urban Planning, Natural Sciences; experience may substitute for education<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">3+ years managing programming in community<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Demonstrates strong organizational skills to develop processes and organizational procedures to manage program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Innovative and inspirational communicator that encourages the community to participate in programming<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Practiced in adaptive leadership<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Identifies, organizes, facilitates, establishes\/sustains productive working relationships, partnerships and alliances with internal and external stakeholders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Involves appropriate internal\/external stakeholders in plans and decisions, shares specialized knowledge freely with others, and provides updates until completion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Recognizes and respects the value of diversity and differing opinions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Working independently to manage time and budget wisely while effectively prioritizing multiple and\/or competing tasks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Flexible schedule and ability to work some evenings and weekends<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><strong>Desired Skills<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Demonstrated knowledge of Thea Foss and Flett Creek basins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Comfortable speaking in front of small and large groups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Familiar with ArcGIS Online<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Experience with green stormwater infrastructure projects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Expertise in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion and how to implement programs equitably<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Ability to organize and manage diverse activities and set priorities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Flexible and able to work well under pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Ability to develop a positive working relationship with a variety of people including landowners, elected officials, staff and community volunteers<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Has successful experience working independently and in groups in both office and field settings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><strong><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Physical Requirements and Working Conditions<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/b><br style=\"font-weight: 400\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Office and outdoor environment, travel to a variety of farms to conduct work and may be exposed to typical hazards encountered at such work sites. Ability to work outside in all kinds of field conditions and weather. This is a full-time position consisting of 40 hours\/week.\u00a0 Position will require some work on weekends and\/or after regularly scheduled work hours.<\/span><br \/>\n<b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><br \/>\nLicenses, Certificates &amp; Other Requirements<\/span><\/strong><\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Valid Washington State driver&#8217;s license at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter, or evidence of equivalent mobility.\u00a0 Conservation Planning certification from NRCS desired.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Compensation &amp; Benefits<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">You will have a yearly salary between $57,643 and $67,434 depending on qualifications and experience.\u00a0 This is a fulltime, non-exempt position. Benefits include retirement, 100% of premiums paid for medical\/dental\/vision for you and your dependents as well as accrued paid sick leave, annual leave, 10 paid holidays per year, District paid state family medical leave premium, an ORCA card and a training budget.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">To Apply<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/b><br \/>\nClick the \u201cApply Now\u201d link below and fill out the form, attaching both a cover letter and resume complete with three (3) professional references.<\/p>\n<p><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Position open until filled. First review of applicants is: January 29, 2021<br \/>\nEarliest Projected Start Date: March 1, 2021<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/b><br \/>\n<b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">APPLY NOW:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/pierceconservationdistrict\/form\/WaterQualityProgramManagerApplicationForm\/formperma\/zIeAL2yO2uL_ZlLSs_0PTEjk__ns1bior2SNVTwi6ew\">https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/pierceconservationdistrict\/form\/WaterQualityProgramManagerApplicationForm\/formperma\/zIeAL2yO2uL_ZlLSs_0PTEjk__ns1bior2SNVTwi6ew<\/a><\/strong><\/b><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><b><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Contact Information<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/b><br \/>\nMelissa Buckingham, Water Quality Director<br \/>\n253.845.9770 x109<br \/>\n<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"mailto:MelissaB@PierceCD.org\">MelissaB@PierceCD.org<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8699,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[14,15],"tags":[4,32,33,19,7,8,9],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36446"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8699"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36446"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36446\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36447,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36446\/revisions\/36447"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36446"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36446"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36446"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}