{"id":54749,"date":"2024-11-21T14:24:14","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T22:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=54749"},"modified":"2024-11-21T14:24:14","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T22:24:14","slug":"job-policy-director-dept-of-natural-resources-olympia-wa-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-policy-director-dept-of-natural-resources-olympia-wa-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Policy Director, Dept. of Natural Resources (Olympia, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/Job%20Posting%20Banner%20FINAL%20PDF1.png\" alt=\"Policy Director, Exempt description image\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 class=\"title\" style=\"text-align: center\">Policy Director, Exempt<\/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>: $127,776.00 &#8211; $149,028.00 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>: Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, 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\">Exempt<\/span><\/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 Number:\u00a0<\/strong>2024-11-7332-13183<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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<\/strong>: 11\/20\/2024<\/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>: 11\/26\/2024 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<div class=\" term-description\"><span style=\"font-size: inherit;font-family: inherit;font-weight: inherit;color: initial\"><strong>Category<\/strong>: Land Use \/ Natural Resources \/ Forestry<\/span><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.wa.gov\/\"><strong>Website<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/4734974\/policy-director-exempt\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>Position Description &amp; Apply<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"term-container-new\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dd>\n<div><strong>Policy Director, Exempt<\/strong><strong><br \/>Recruitment #2024-11-7332<br \/>Full-time, Exempt, Non-represented position.<br id=\"isPasted\" \/>Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA.<br \/>Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered.<br \/>Relocation Compensation may be available and considered.<br \/><\/strong><strong><br \/><\/strong><\/div>\n<strong>Salary:\u00a0<\/strong><span id=\"isPasted\"><strong>$127,776.00 &#8211; $149,028.00 Annually<\/strong><\/span><strong><br \/>To allow for growth and salary progression the full salary range is:\u00a0<span id=\"isPasted\">$127,776.00 &#8211; $156,864.00 Annually<\/span><\/strong><br \/><br \/><strong>Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?<\/strong><br \/>The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity to contribute to work that ensures a future where Washington\u2019s lands, waters, and communities thrive. Our mission is to protect Washington State&#8217;s natural resources for current and future generations, and we\u2019re looking for a talented, dynamic team member to carry out that mission and strengthen our strategies.<br \/><br id=\"isPasted\" \/>We are committed to making DNR a great place to work and serve Washington\u2019s lands and communities. At DNR we believe there is not just one path to success. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there is a place for you here.<br \/><br \/>We are looking for someone who values public service and understands that we must continue to innovate to fulfill our duties as public stewards and solve our state\u2019s most pressing challenges. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment that encourages you to think big and share your strengths, we invite you to apply!<br \/><br \/>As the<strong>\u00a0Policy Director,<\/strong>\u00a0you will report to the Chief of Staff and have supervisory responsibility over the Deputy Policy Director and senior policy advisors.\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Duties<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities:<\/strong><br \/>The Policy Director is responsible for the development, management, and implementation of strategies to advance DNR\u2019s public policy goals. The Policy Director works closely with DNR program staff and other members of the Executive Management team to develop policy initiatives and provides the Commissioner with high-level, strategic policy advice.<br \/><br \/>Specific duties include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Development and implementation of long-range strategic policy initiatives and translation of long-range goals into short-term actionable projects.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with agency divisions and programs to achieve Commissioner goals and identify information required for policy development and legislation.<\/li>\n<li>Consult with and advise Executive Management on key issues including legislative and federal issues.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with agency staff on workgroups of agency-wide strategic importance.<\/li>\n<li>Work with diverse and often competing partners to develop solutions and resolve conflicts regarding policy issues.<\/li>\n<li>In partnership with the Governmental and External Affairs team, write and support agency request legislation, and conduct research on the impacts of potential legislation.<\/li>\n<li>Represent Commissioner at meetings and events as required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Required Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Bachelor&#8217;s Degree or higher in political science, public policy, business administration, or closely related field;<br \/>OR a combination of education and\/or experience equivalent.<\/li>\n<li>Experience working with diverse and competing interest groups to develop solutions on high-profile projects.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrated ability to make effective oral presentations to both internal and external audiences, the ability to distill complex concepts into digestible information.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships and work cooperatively with others, inside and outside the organization.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to manage a team to develop and achieve department and project goals.<\/li>\n<li>A strong work ethic and commitment to public service.<\/li>\n<li>Political awareness.<\/li>\n<li>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, and regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.<\/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 primarily in an office setting.<\/li>\n<li>Travel as needed, approximately 15%. Occasional evening and weekend work; occasional field visits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Desired Qualifications:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Master&#8217;s Degree or higher in political science, environmental planning, public policy, business administration, environmental science, or another field relevant to the position\u2019s responsibilities;<br \/>OR ten years of relevant professional experience.<\/li>\n<li>Motivated, creative, and hardworking, with a successful track record of solving complex policy issues at the state, federal and\/or municipal level.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate excellent communication and research skills.<\/li>\n<li>Experience leading and managing cross-functional teams and projects.<\/li>\n<li>Thrive in a fast-paced work environment.<\/li>\n<li>Moving a high-priority, high profile project involving multiple, competing interests from start to completion.<\/li>\n<li>Building and managing relationships with internal and external partners, including business and private industry partners, government officials, agency staff, senior managers, and the public.<\/li>\n<li>Working in partnership with internal and external collaborators to advance broad public policy goals.<\/li>\n<li>Writing and communicating persuasively for targeted audiences.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding the larger historical, social, economic, and political context of natural resource management in Washington.<\/li>\n<li>Resolving conflicts and receiving and conveying ideas, thoughts, and information effectively.<\/li>\n<li>Managing multiple short-term and long-term projects simultaneously.<\/li>\n<li>Leading and mentoring a team.<\/li>\n<li>Working collaboratively to support the work of ad hoc teams formed from cross-agency resources.<br \/><br \/><\/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 past 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!\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Supplemental Information<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Application Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Apply online:\u00a0<\/strong>at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Letter of interest:\u00a0<\/strong>describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resume:\u00a0<\/strong>that details your experience and qualifications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>References:\u00a0<\/strong>at least three professional references with current telephone numbers\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:\u00a0<\/strong>Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complete all supplemental questions.<\/strong><\/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 Lissa Kelsey at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:lissa.kelsey@dnr.wa.gov\">lissa.kelsey@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>\/360-480-1997 or e-mail us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov\">DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a><br \/><br \/>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 \/><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<br \/><strong>Additional Information:<\/strong><br \/>This position will have a start date effective on or after January 16.<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.<br \/><br \/>Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. 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