Coastal Geospatial Scientist Natural Resource Scientist 3
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Description
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring aCoastal Geospatial Scientist(Natural Resource Scientist 3within theShorelands & Environmental Assistance(SEA) program
This is a project position that is funded until August 31 2026. This position has the possibility of being extended pending future funding.
Location Options:
This position can be based at any of the following duty stations:
- Headquarters Office in Lacey WA.
- Central Region Office in Union Gap WA.
- Eastern Region Office in Spokane WA.
- Northwest Region Office in Shoreline WA.
- Vancouver Field Office in Vancouver WA.
This position may be able to be based at the following duty station as long as the employee schedule is mostly telework.- Bellingham Field Office in Bellingham WA.
Upon hire you must live within a commutable distance from the selected duty station.
Note: If the selected duty station is the Northwest Region Office in Shoreline the salary will include an additional 5 premium pay due to its location in King County. Salary range: $5643 $7968 monthly.
Schedule:
- This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
- If preferred you may telework most of your work time with occasional inperson meetings and fieldwork.
- Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
- Apply by April 13 2025
- This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after April 13 2025 may not be considered.
Duties
Join Washingtons Applied Coastal Research and Engineering team (ACRE) and play a vital role in developing information to advance coastal resilience and nearshore habitat conservation work. ACRE delivers highquality data sciencebased information technical expertise and innovative solutions to support Washingtons coastal communities and Tribes. Through monitoring research and collaboration ACRE bridges the gap between data decisionmakers and the public to advance informed coastal management decisions that promote resilient shorelines and nearshore habitat functions. In this role youll contribute to this mission by developing processing and analyzing marine shoreline mapping and coastal monitoring data products for public use helping inform research engineering and policy decisions.
What you will do:
ACRE employs various data collection methods to study Washingtons beaches and bluffs including topographic surveys boatbased and aerial LiDAR multibeam bathymetry structurefrommotion (photogrammetry) sediment sampling and imagery (ground photos and oblique aerials). You will help transform various forms of coastal data into formats and products that can be used for research engineering regulatory and planning purposes. Your work will primarily support two key projects:
- Monitoring Washingtons Pacific Ocean Coast.For over 27 yearsACREs Coastal Monitoring and Analysis Program (CMAP) has been seasonally monitoring southwest Washingtons shoreline within the Columbia River Littoral Cell amassing one of the longest continuous datasets of its kind worldwide. This data has helped inform sciencebased decision making along Washingtons highenergy Pacific Ocean coast since 1997 with data applications in the realms of coastal resilience regional sediment management offshore renewable energy habitat restoration naturebased solutions and more. In this role you will help expand and enhance outcomes from this body of work.
- MappingSalish Sea Shorelines. In 2024 ACREs new Shoreline Mapping team was established to deliver three publicly available datasets mandated under Senate Bill 5104 (SB 5104 and RCW 43.21A.530. The statute directs Ecology to conduct and maintain a baseline condition survey of Puget Sound shoreline conditions using publicly available georeferenced oblique aerial and 360degree onthewater imagery. The first set of public shoreline data products is being released in 2025 and will be updated on a regular twoyear cycle. By providing robust data for regulatory and management decisions these efforts will improve Puget Sound shoreline resilience habitat preservation and contribute to longterm environmental protection goals. In this role you will contribute to the Shoreline Mapping teams work as they complete their first data release engage with users incorporate feedback and lessons learned and transition into the next cycle of data development.
To support this work you will:
- Follow shoreline mapping protocols and methods for mapping coastal features using geospatial information systems (GIS) from various data sources including aerial imagery LiDAR and geospatial databases.Collaborate with teammates and engage with end users to help refine and improve data development and outcomes.
- Help optimize data development workflows maintain an image library of shoreline features and develop analytical methods.
- Assess quantify and document positional accuracy of thirdparty datasets and follow quality control and quality assurance methods for assessing derived data products.
- Process Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) topographic survey data in accordance with standard operating and quality assurance procedures.
- Support ACREs Coastal Geomatics Scientists in a variety of data processing analysis visualization reporting publishing and data inventory work.
- Develop and improve data products from seasonal coastal monitoring data to help visualize and communicate observed changes.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience please visit our Recruitment website.
Required Qualifications:
Eight 8 years of experience and/or education as described below:
- Experiencein coastal mapping GIS GNSS surveying imagery interpretation or coastal science. Experience and/or coursework must include work in at least three of the following subjects: geospatial analysis geodetics/geomatics GIS and database management physical geography geology geomorphology coastal management.
- Educationinvolving major study in a natural science or engineering discipline.
Examples of how to qualify:
- Eight years of experience.
- Seven years of experience AND 3059 semester or 4589 quarter college credits.
- Six years of experience AND 6089 semester or 90134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
- Five years of experience AND 90119 semester or 135179 quarter college credits.
- Four years of experience AND a Bachelors degree.
- Two years of experience AND a Masters degree.
- A Ph.D. involving major study related to coastal mapping GIS GNSS surveying imagery interpretation or coastal science.
Please Note: Academic or work experience must include a combined minimum of 2 years in at least two of the following areas: feature mapping using GIS large database management data product development using MATLAB geospatial analysis in ArcGIS or specialized survey software; operating survey grade GNSS and other topographic survey equipment; and imagery interpretation and manipulation.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience manipulating and interpreting topographic survey data aerial imagery and other remote sensing datasets
- Experience creating and updating data products using MATLAB Python or similar
- Familiarity with coastal science and coastal management issues in Washington State
- Experience creating vector datasets creating and managing domains and creating and maintaining metadata
- Performing geospatial analyses in ArcGIS using Spatial Analyst 3D Analyst Raster Analysis and other toolboxes
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job descriptionwe encourage you to apply.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the EVerify system; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visitwww.uscis.
Our Commitment to DEIR
Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect (DEIR)are core values central to Ecologys work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity:We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity:We champion equity recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion:We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecologys work.
Respect:We treat each other with respect and dignity acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe thatDEIRis both a goal and an action. We are on a journey honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard seen and valued.
Application Process
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: 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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click Apply at the top of this page. Complete the entire application including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions and attach:
- Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
- Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly.A resume will not substitute for the work experience section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as see resume may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information please visit our Recruitment website.Application Attestation: By submitting an application you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
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Questions
- For specific questions about the position location options schedule or duties please contact Michelle Gostic at:
- If you need assistance applying for this job are inquiring about the status of your application would like to request the full position description or have any other questions please contact the Recruitment Team at
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washingtons environmental protection agency we are deeply committed to protecting preserving and enhancing Washingtons environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land air water and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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.We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership effective resource management teamwork professionalism and accountability.
The mission of the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance Programisto create community conservation partnerships to protect and restore our shorelands wetlands and floodplains.Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect (DEIR)are core values central to Ecologys work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
We believe thatDEIRis both a goal and an action. We are on a journey honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard seen and valued.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s)Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)Vacation Sick and other Leave*11 Paid Holidays per year*Public Service Loan ForgivenessTuition Waiver Long Term Disability&Life InsuranceDeferred Compensation ProgramsDependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramCommute Trip Reduction Incentives(Download PDF reader)Combined Fund DriveSmartHealth*Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology please visit ourwebsite explore Working at Ecology check out ourStrategic Plan and connect with us onLinkedInFacebookInstagramYouTube or ourblog.
Equal Opportunity Employer: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.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty 60 days.
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