{"id":44491,"date":"2021-12-08T19:56:54","date_gmt":"2021-12-09T03:56:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=44491"},"modified":"2021-12-08T19:56:54","modified_gmt":"2021-12-09T03:56:54","slug":"job-marine-field-program-lead-washington-state-department-of-ecology-lacey-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-marine-field-program-lead-washington-state-department-of-ecology-lacey-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Marine Field Program Lead, Washington State Department of Ecology (Lacey, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><strong>For more information, please follow this link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/3329503\/marine-field-program-lead-natural-resource-scientist-2\">State of Washington Job Opportunities | Work that Matters (governmentjobs.com)<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\"><strong>Salary- <\/strong>$50,256.00 &#8211; $65,928.00 Annually<\/div>\n<div><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><strong>What you will do:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Independently conduct sampling and laboratory analysis of marine water data in accordance with goals of the Marine Monitoring Unit Marine Waters Monitoring Program. Plans for regularly scheduled sampling cruises; prepares and assembles required equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Operate oceanographic instruments (e.g., CTDs, sensors) in the field according to published Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance Monitoring Plans.<\/li>\n<li>Collect seawater samples for water quality analyses, such as dissolved oxygen, chlorophyll, total alkalinity, dissolved inorganic carbon, particulates, and other high priority parameters, using equipment like auto samplers and Niskin bottles.<\/li>\n<li>Manage samples including the tracking and delivery to contract laboratories; assures that all samples are managed according to protocols and processed within holding times.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain and calibrate field equipment; track and manage all inventories. Maintain the marine laboratory in a clean and organized manner; calibrate and assure that all laboratory instruments are in good working order.<\/li>\n<li>Manage data entry, perform routine data processing and analysis, summarize results, and assist in report preparation.<\/li>\n<li>Independently perform data quality assessment and analysis of standard marine water quality variables using routine oceanographic techniques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: inherit\"><u>Required Qualifications:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Option 1:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A Bachelor\u2019s of science degree with major study in marine ecology, marine science, oceanography, or other closely allied marine science field and 3 years of professional work experience in marine ecology, marine science, or oceanography.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Option 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A Master\u2019s degree with a major study in marine ecology, marine science, oceanography, or other closely allied marine science field and 1 years of professional work experience in marine ecology, marine science, or oceanography.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Option 3:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A Ph.D. with a major study in marine ecology, marine science, oceanography, or other closely allied marine science field.<\/p>\n<p>All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" width=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\"><strong>Possible Combinations<\/strong><\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\"><strong>C<\/strong><strong>ollege credit hours or degree<\/strong><\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\"><strong>Years of required experience<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">Combination 1<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">A Bachelor&#8217;s Degree<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">3 years of experience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">Combination 2<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">A Master&#8217;s Degree<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">1 years of experience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Combination 3<\/td>\n<td>A PhD<\/td>\n<td>No experience needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong><u>Special Requirements\/Conditions of Employment:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Must have a valid Driver&#8217;s License.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Desired Qualifications:<\/u><\/strong><br \/>\nWe highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience operating, configuring, troubleshooting, and calibrating a CTD with multiple sensors.<\/li>\n<li>Experience managing a lab and\/or managing scientific equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Experience conducting field sampling from a boat under a variety of conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with SeaBird software.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with spreadsheets, working with large data sets, and database software.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ecology seeks diverse applicants:\u00a0<\/strong>We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.<strong><u><br \/>\n<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Need an Accommodation<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong>in the application and\/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please call:\u00a0<span class=\"baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1\">(360) 407-6186<\/span>\u00a0or email:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:careers@ecy.wa.gov\">careers@ecy.wa.gov<\/a><u>\u00a0<\/u>and we will be happy to assist.<\/li>\n<li>If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or\u00a0<span class=\"baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1\">1-800-833-6388<\/span>.<\/li>\n<li>If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:careers@ecy.wa.gov\">careers@ecy.wa.gov<\/a>. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile&#8217;s main page.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If you are reading this announcement in print format<\/strong>, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ecology.wa.gov\/About-us\/Get-to-know-us\/Jobs-at-Ecology\">https:\/\/ecology.wa.gov\/About-us\/Get-to-know-us\/Jobs-at-Ecology<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><u><strong>Application Instructions:<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s in the applicant&#8217;s best interest to\u00a0<strong>submit all of the documents listed below.<\/strong>\u00a0Applications without these documents may be declined.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.<\/li>\n<li>A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.<\/li>\n<li>Three professional references.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Please do NOT include your salary history.\u00a0<\/strong>Wage\/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.<br \/>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>For Your Privacy:<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Application Attestation:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.<\/p>\n<p><u><strong>Other Information:<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n<p>If you have specific questions about the position, please email Julianne Ruffner at:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:julianne.ruffner@ecy.wa.gov\">julianne.ruffner@ecy.wa.gov<\/a>. Please do not contact Julianne to inquire about the status of your application.<\/p>\n<p>To request the full position description: email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:careers@ecy.wa.gov?subject=mailto:careers@ecy.wa.gov\">careers@ecy.wa.gov<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Why work for Ecology?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington&#8217;s environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability.<\/p>\n<p>Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State&#8217;s environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life\/work balance.<\/p>\n<p><u>Ecology employees may be eligible for the following<\/u>:<br \/>\n<a title=\"Health Care Authority site\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/public-employee-benefits\/employees\/medical-plans-and-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Medical\/Dental\/Vision for employee &amp; dependent(s)<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Department of Retirement Systems site\" href=\"http:\/\/www.drs.wa.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Office of Financial Management Leave Types \" href=\"http:\/\/hr.ofm.wa.gov\/compensation-job-classes\/compensation-administration\/vacation-leave-and-holidays#Vacation%20Leave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vacation, Sick, and other Leave<\/a>*,\u00a0<a title=\"Office of Financial Management Leave Types\" href=\"http:\/\/hr.ofm.wa.gov\/compensation-job-classes\/compensation-administration\/vacation-leave-and-holidays#Paid%20Holidays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">11 Paid Holidays per year<\/a>*,\u00a0<a title=\"Student Aid site\" href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.ed.gov\/sa\/repay-loans\/forgiveness-cancellation\/public-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Tuition Waiver Washington Administrative Code\" href=\"http:\/\/apps.leg.wa.gov\/rcw\/default.aspx?cite=28B.15.558\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tuition Waiver<\/a>, \u00a0<a title=\"Health Care Authority site\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/public-employee-benefits\/employees\/long-term-disability-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Long Term Disability<\/a>\u00a0&amp;\u00a0<a title=\"Health Care Authority site\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/public-employee-benefits\/employees\/life-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Life Insurance<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Department of Retirement Systems site\" href=\"http:\/\/www.drs.wa.gov\/dcp\/dcp.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Deferred Compensation Programs<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Health Care Authority site\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/public-employee-benefits\/employees\/dependent-care-assistance-program-dcap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)<\/a>, \u00a0<a title=\"Health Care Authority Site\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/public-employee-benefits\/employees\/medical-flexible-spending-arrangement-fsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Department of Enterprise Services site\" href=\"http:\/\/des.wa.gov\/services\/hr-finance-lean\/employee-assistance-program-eap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Employee Assistance Program<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Office of Financial Management site\" href=\"http:\/\/hr.ofm.wa.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/Strategic%20HR\/Commute%20Trip%20Reduction%20SHRD%20Guidance.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Commute Trip Reduction Incentives<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/get.adobe.com\/reader\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(Download PDF reader)<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Combinded Fund Drive site\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cfd.wa.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Combined Fund Drive<\/a>,\u00a0<a title=\"Health Care Authority site\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/about-hca\/washington-wellness\/smarthealth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SmartHealth<\/a>\u00a0*See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information<\/p>\n<p><strong>Student debt: how working for Ecology can help<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.ed.gov\/sa\/repay-loans\/forgiveness-cancellation\/public-service\">https:\/\/studentaid.ed.gov\/sa\/repay-loans\/forgiveness-cancellation\/public-service<\/a>\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecology.wa.gov\/\">www.ecology.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0and follow, like or visit us on\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/washingtonstatedepartmentofecology\">LinkedIn<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/ecologywa\">Twitter<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/EcologyWA\">Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/ecologywa\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0or our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ecology.wa.gov\/blog\">blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Collective Bargaining:\u00a0<\/strong>This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:\u00a0<\/strong>The Washington State Department of Ecology 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, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application\/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call\u00a0<span class=\"baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1\">(360) 407-6186<\/span>. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or\u00a0<span class=\"baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1\">1-800-833-6388<\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":9433,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[15],"tags":[4,28,33,141,13],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44491"}],"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\/9433"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=44491"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44491\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":44504,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44491\/revisions\/44504"}],"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=44491"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=44491"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=44491"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}