Senior Coastal Scientist and Unit Supervisor Natural Resource Scientist 4
Senior Coastal Scientist and Unit Supervisor Natural Resource Scientist 4
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Description
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Coastal Scientist and Unit Supervisor (Natural Resource Scientist 4within theShorelands & Environmental Assistance (SEA) program.
Location Options:
This position can be based at any of the following duty stations:
- Headquarters Office in Lacey WA.
- Northwest Region Office in Shoreline 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: $7040 $9472 monthly.
Schedule:
- This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
- Inoffice presence in Lacey is expected approximately once per week with carpooling options available between Seattle and Lacey.
- Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
- April 30 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 30 2025 may not be considered.
Duties
You will join Washingtons Applied Coastal Research and Engineering (ACRE) team which 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.
What you will do:
- Collect and analyze coastal data: Lead coastal monitoring work to study coastal morphodynamics and the performance of natural and naturebased features applying analytical approaches to interpret physical processes and geomorphic change.
- Develop and refine coastal morphology data analysis techniques:Coordinate with Coastal Geomatics Scientists to adapt specialized methods and create workflows for coastal data collection and analysis using topobathymetric surveys boatbased and aerial lidar sonar photogrammetry and RFID rock tracking technology.
- Report and present scientific findings:Lead and guide publications technical reports conference presentations and data products translating complex science for diverse audiences including coastal managers and policymakers.
- Lead and manage the CMAP Unit: Plan and prioritize workloads assign tasks and coordinate communications within and outside the Unit.
- Supervise staff and oversee hiring:Evaluate staff needs conduct performance reviews support professional development and manage personnel actions.
- Oversee budgets and expenditures:Oversee timekeeping leave approvals and financial tracking in coordination with ACRE Section Manager.
- Manage contracts and projects: Ensure deliverables meet quality standards coordinate team roles and serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
- Mentor and support CMAP staff:Conduct regular checkins meetings and professional guidance.
- Develop funding proposals and research initiatives: Identify grant opportunities propose research to advance our understanding and management of coastal systems and negotiate contracts to support program growth and technical capacity.
Qualifications
A total of ten years of combined education and/or professional experience in coastal morphology coastal monitoring coastal processes and geomorphology coastal engineering or related work aligned with the essential functions of this position.
Experience must include at least two of the following:
- Developing and applying methods to analyze topographic and bathymetric datasets to assess coastal change.
- Planning and executing research campaigns to inform sciencebased decision making.
- Performingfield data collection activities including walking or navigating challenging terrain in coastal environments and working in varying weather conditions.
- Publishing peerreviewed publication(s) focused on coastal processes morphology and/or engineering.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
- Experience writing technical reports and scientific publications presenting at scientific conferences and presenting technical topics to the public.
- Guiding and mentoring staff or students.
- Managing projects to maintain alignment with specified scope schedule and budget.
- Developing proposals budget estimates and scopes of work. Developing and managing contractual agreements.
Examples of how to qualify:
- Ten years of related experience.
- Nine years of related experience AND 3059 semester or 4589 quarter college credits.
- Eight years of related experience AND 6089 semester or 90134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
- Seven years of related experience AND 90119 semester or 135179 quarter college credits.
- Six years of related experience AND a Bachelors degree in a related field of study.
- Four years of related experience AND a Masters degree in a related field of study.
- Two years of related experience and a Ph.D. involving major study related to coastal mapping GIS GNSS surveying imagery interpretation or coastal science
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
Desired Qualifications:
- Academic or professional experience with surveygrade GNSS topographic LiDAR hydrographic survey equipment processing topobathymetric data or conducting geospatial analyses using MATLAB or specialized survey software.
- Knowledge of coastal processes waves sediment transport geomorphology sedimentology geospatial analysis and applied math.
- Familiarity with Washingtons diverse shorelines from the highenergy Pacific Ocean Coast to the more protected Salish Sea including composite beaches bluffbacked beaches and the connections between nearshore habitat and statewide environmental initiatives.
- Experience in a supervisory and/or team leadership role.
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 visit.
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 dutiesplease contact George Kaminskyat:
- 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 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 & Environmental AssistanceProgramisto create community conservation partnerships to protect and restore our shorelands wetlands and floodplains.Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
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