Deadline: Mon, 08/05/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Washington Department of Natural Resources Job Field: Forestry GIS/Technology Job Type: Full Time Location: Washington Location Detail: Olympia, WA Job Description: Compliance Monitoring Field Coordinator, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3) Recruitment #2024-7-6616 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position Location flexibility may be available and considered: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered Relocation Compensation may be available and considered Salary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 Monthly Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment any time after 7/22/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible. (See official listing for full details.) Responsibilities: Serves as the primary lead in field reviews for the Compliance Monitoring Program. Coordinate and plan field operations for over 100 site visits per year across all regions in the state. Complete field data collections using data sheets/forms to determine compliance at an array of post-timber harvest locations statewide in accordance with Washington’s Forest Practice rules and permits. Gathers, organizes, and compiles monitoring data for analysis. Audits field work to ensure data are correctly and consistently collected. Assign field roles and lead Timber, Fish and Wildlife, and DNR staff at site visits. Participates in the review and development of protocols for operations in the Compliance Monitoring Program. Keep a current working knowledge of scientific techniques associated with monitoring natural resource environments. Communicates effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Participate in agency training, attending workshops and program meetings in natural resource monitoring and the Forest Practices Program. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: 3 years of professional experience managing field data collection in a forest setting or natural resource management environment OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Ability to follow and interpret statutes/laws, rules, policies, and procedures. Experience analyzing and manipulating data in Microsoft software such as Excel, and Access Experience working with GIS mapping software. Experience managing multiple ongoing projects. Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices. Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed. Salary: $58,380.00 - $78,468.00 Annually Benefits: DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include: 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. Relocation Compensation may be available and considered How to Apply: View a complete position description with full application instructions at the linked web page or visit dnr.wa.gov/jobs. Contact dnrrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov with any questions.
