{"id":51858,"date":"2024-01-01T21:30:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T05:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=51858"},"modified":"2024-01-01T21:30:02","modified_gmt":"2024-01-02T05:30:02","slug":"job-assistant-region-wildlife-biologist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-2-dept-of-natural-resources-enumclaw-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-assistant-region-wildlife-biologist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-2-dept-of-natural-resources-enumclaw-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Assistant Region Wildlife Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2, Dept. of Natural Resources (Enumclaw, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/em_dnr_logo_2_color_long.jpg\" alt=\"Assistant Region Wildlife Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2 description image\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 class=\"title\" style=\"text-align: center\">Assistant Region Wildlife Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2<\/h1>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"term-description\"><strong>Salary: <\/strong>$53,964.00 &#8211; $72,552.00 Annually<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"term-description\"><strong>Location: <\/strong>King County \u2013 Enumclaw, WA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Job Type: <\/strong><span style=\"font-size: inherit;font-family: inherit;font-weight: inherit;color: initial\">Full Time &#8211; Non-Permanent<\/span>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\"><strong style=\"font-family: inherit;font-size: inherit;color: initial\">Job Number: <\/strong><span style=\"font-family: inherit;font-size: inherit;font-weight: inherit;color: initial\">2023-12-8547-16372<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Department: <\/strong>Dept. of Natural Resources<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Opening Date:\u00a0<\/strong>12\/28\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Closing Date: <\/strong>1\/11\/2024 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<div><strong>Category: <\/strong>Land Use \/ Natural Resources \/ Forestry<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.wa.gov\/\">Website\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/4326958\/assistant-region-wildlife-biologist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-2?category[0]=Environmental%20Services&amp;category[1]=Forestry&amp;category[2]=Geographic%20Information%20Systems&amp;category[3]=Land%20Use&amp;category[4]=Natural%20Resources&amp;sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&amp;page=3&amp;pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs\">Position Description &amp; Apply\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dt><strong>Description<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><img class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/image-20200928153158-1.png\" alt=\"Assistant Region Wildlife Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2 description image\" \/><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<strong>Assistant Region Wildlife Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2<\/strong><strong><br \/>Recruitment #2023-12-8547<br \/>Full-time, Non-Permanent, Represented position.<br \/>Anticipated Non-permanent employment is January 2024-June 2025<br \/>Location: South Puget Sound Region- Enumclaw, WA<br \/><\/strong><strong>Location flexibility may be available and considered<\/strong><strong><br \/><\/strong><strong>Flexible Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered<\/strong><strong><br \/>Salary:\u00a0$4,497.00 &#8211; $6,046.00 Monthly\u00a0<br \/><\/strong><br \/>Positions with permanent duty stations in King County receive an additional 5% added to their monthly base salary. The salary listed in this announcement reflects the additional 5%.<br \/><br \/><strong>Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?<\/strong><br \/>The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our South Puget Sound Region. Are you someone who loves the outdoors, and is passionate about working for the Department of Natural Resources as a Biologist? The DNR\u2019s, South Puget Sound Region is looking for a\u00a0<strong>Fish and Wildlife Biologist<\/strong>\u00a0to work with our new Commercial Thinning team to enhance riparian and northern spotted owl habitat. If you love working in the outdoors, appreciate a remote natural environment, have good wildlife management skills, have a working knowledge of timber harvesting methods, support sustainable forest management, and enjoy being a part of a high-functioning team, then this job might be for you.<br \/><br \/>As part of the state lands timber sales program, this position contributes towards the critical role of sustainable management of Trust forestland.\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Duties<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead the South Puget Sound Regions biological assessments to identify NSO and riparian areas most receptive to habitat enhancement through commercial thinning and structure creation.\n<ul>\n<li>Coordinate with Unit Managers to identify commercial thinning opportunities in Spotted Owl Management Units (SOMUs).<\/li>\n<li>Document thinning sales with an NSO or riparian habitat enhancement memo.<\/li>\n<li>Utilize Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and video to demonstrate the progress of Thinning Proviso objectives.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare written Thinning Proviso reports and data summaries documenting assessments and recommendations bi-annually.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Provide consulting services to district and region staff related to the effects of forest land management activities on wildlife and wildlife habitats such as the creation of high-quality NSO habitat and the survey of next best Movement Roosting and Foraging (MoRF) habitat.\n<ul>\n<li>Designing treatments to accelerate suitable NSO habitat conditions in young stands and move previously thinned stands into functional MoRF habitat.<\/li>\n<li>Work with region biologists and division scientists to design a survey to identify levels of habitat components in Next Best MoRF habitat.<\/li>\n<li>Recruit and train DNR staff to execute the survey of existing stand conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Facilitate the addition of missing habitat components such as downwood, snags, and nest boxes utilizing private contractors. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Evaluate unique habitat features such as balds, talus, cliffs, and caves utilizing DNR\u2019s HCP policies and procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Assist the commercial thinning lead, successfully recruit, organize, and facilitate the day-to-day work of project layout and management.\n<ul>\n<li>Help recruit, organize, and facilitate the day-to-day work of presales teams.<\/li>\n<li>Assist in the preparation of timber sales documents such as mapping, SEPA, Forest Practice Applications, and Water Type Modifications to name a few.<\/li>\n<li>Meet regularly with the commercial thinning lead to facilitate Thinning Proviso objectives.<\/li>\n<li>Helping with timber sale layout, sale compliance, and other field work as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Thinning treatments must be operationally feasible with the objective of accelerating attaining a specific HCP-defined riparian and\/or NSO habitat condition. Each treatment will be modeled in the Forest Vegetation Simulation (FVS) program using collected stand data to demonstrate optimal thinning levels to obtain habitat objectives.<\/li>\n<li>Represent the South Puget Sound Region as the Thinning Proviso biologist in public\/stakeholder collaboration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Required Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Bachelor&#8217;s degree in wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science AND one year of professional experience in wildlife management or wildlife research, or habitat management or habitat research<br \/>OR a combination of equivalent education and experience.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of wildlife management and wildlife habitat needs and associations.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations associated with wildlife and their habitats.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of scientific methodologies and research project design.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.<\/li>\n<li>Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in Excel, PowerPoint, and ArcGIS Pro.<\/li>\n<li>DNR Core Competencies:\n<ul>\n<li>Personal Accountability<\/li>\n<li>Value Others<\/li>\n<li>Compassionate Communication<\/li>\n<li>Inspire Others<\/li>\n<li>Commitment to Excellence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Work is typically an equal balance between field and office settings, though it varies greatly between seasons. The field portion of the position is work performed outdoors, alone, and in remote areas. The ability to perform arduous work while traversing steep, rugged terrain under a full spectrum of environmental conditions is necessary. The other portion of the position is performed in a typical office setting.<\/li>\n<li>Requires time in the field traveling alone between program activities and the work center. Overnight travel may be required 1-2 nights per month.<\/li>\n<li>A valid unrestricted driver\u2019s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and\/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Desired Qualifications:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working collaboratively with special interest groups.<\/li>\n<li>Experience providing technical support to professional staff.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with Forest Vegetation Simulation (FVS) modeling software.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Don\u2019t let doubts stop you from applying for this position &#8211;<\/strong>\u00a0If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don\u2019t hesitate to apply!\u00a0\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt><strong>Supplemental Information<\/strong><\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Application Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired, and special requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.<\/li>\n<li>Provide three to five professional references \u2013 you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Important:<\/strong>\u00a0Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Complete all supplemental questions.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@governmentjobs.com\">info@governmentjobs.com<\/a>\u00a0with 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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Questions?<\/strong>\u00a0 Please contact Alan Mainwaring at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:alan.mainwaring@dnr.wa.gov\">alan.mainwaring@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>\/(253) 732-1823 or e-mail us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a><br \/><br \/><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.wa.gov\/about-washington-department-natural-resources\">About the Department of Natural Resources<\/a><\/strong><strong>\u00a0(DNR).\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington\u2019s lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.\u00a0<br \/><strong>Our Vision\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Our actions ensure a future where Washington\u2019s lands, waters, and communities thrive.<br \/><strong>Our Mission\u00a0\u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington\u2019s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.<br \/><strong>Our Core Values:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Safety and Well-Being \u2014Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.<\/li>\n<li>Public Service \u2014We 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.<\/li>\n<li>Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving \u2014 We solve our state\u2019s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.<\/li>\n<li>Leadership and Teamwork \u2014We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Commitment to organizational health and wellness<\/li>\n<li>Work\/life balance<\/li>\n<li>DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women\u2019s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/workforce-diversity-equity-and-inclusion\/statewide-business-resource-groups\">visit here to learn more<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Leadership that empowers and supports employees<\/li>\n<li>Professional development opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Educational and career development aid<\/li>\n<li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments<\/li>\n<li>A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/careers.wa.gov\/benefits.html\">http:\/\/careers.wa.gov\/benefits.html<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Additional Information:<\/strong><br \/>This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/\">www.uscis.gov<\/a>.<br \/><br \/>Veterans wishing to claim Veteran\u2019s 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 it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!<br \/><br \/>Equal Opportunity Employer:<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>The Washington State Department of Natural Resources 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 (360) 522-2500 or email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dshs.wa.gov\/altsa\/odhh\/telecommunication-relay-services\">Washington Relay Service<\/a>\u00a0by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.<br \/><br \/>Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. 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