Restoration Manager, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)

Responsibilities:
The Restoration Managers responsibilities include the following:

• Gives technical support and data visualization for the restoration program utilizing geospatial database platforms to track and highlight Restoration Program accomplishments.
• Assist with coordination from project leads with the development and implementation of various habitat restoration and derelict structure removal projects
• Assist with submersible remotely operated vehicle (ROV) program development including data collection processing/management and data visualization. Coordination of field- and vessel-based data collection and operations with restoration project leads.
• Manages and maintains capital assets needed for the DSRP and Restoration Program including trucks trailers vessels submersible remotely operated vehicle (ROV) power equipment and tools. Ensure equipment is maintained and operated safely.
• Works closely with restoration project leads and partners to develop and implement restoration program goals.
• Provides timely communication to other DNR staff and external partners (including Tribal state NGO and federal partners) and conducts education and outreach to the public.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelors degree in environmental science natural resource management forestry geography marine science other science engineering land use or environmental planning public policy or other relevant field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 2 years of work experience in one of the following disciplines: environmental science natural resource management forestry geography marine science other science engineering land use or environmental planning public policy or other relevant field.
• 2 years of recent work experience in GIS software including ArcGIS with a focus on creating geospatial databases data collection and management.
• Experience using spatial data to create compelling outreach products for distribution to project partners and the public.
• Experience managing multiple complex tasks setting workload priorities and completing tasks on time.
• Experience speaking and writing clearly and succinctly.
• Experience collaborating on complex and contentious issues in an active respectful cooperative and professional manner.
• 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.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Become a certified Cultural Resource Technician. Training will be provided.
• Become a certified Vessel Operator equivalent to the U.S. Department of the Interior Motorboat Operators Certification Course. Training will be provided.
• The majority of work is performed in an office or meeting setting with some field work. Field visits involve transport by motor vehicle or boat and include working on or around flowing water (rivers) and marine waters. Foot travel over rough terrain is occasionally required. Field work may occur in all weather conditions.
• Frequent travel will be required for short periods of time and occasionally may require overnight stays away from home usually no more than three nights at a time.
  Driving is a requirement of the position and often for long distances (up to 300 miles round trip). May require plane ferry and automotive transport to various field locations.
• A valid drivers license and two years of driving experience. Additionally DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended revoked or restricted (for example Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). 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.

• Experience with contracts such as small public works public works and architecture & engineering contracts.
• Experience working on Pacific Northwest riverine estuarine and marine nearshore ecosystem processes and habitats.
• Experience operating small motorboats.
• Experience with field-based data collection and processing and deployment of field equipment.
• Experience interpreting and implementing guidelines regulations and laws associated with natural resource management environmental protection and/or cultural resource protection.
• Experience with project and program management focused on restoration/removal work typically involving ecological restoration or environmental engineering activities (e.g. environmentally focused AmeriCorps service fisheries enhancement group stream restoration).
• Experience applying for and managing grants for natural resource/environmental protection or recreation projects.
• Experience facilitating meetings and giving public presentations.

Application Requirements:Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents please contact .

• Apply online:at (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest:describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required desired and special requirements.
• Resume:that details your experience and qualifications.
• References:Referencesare optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least 3 professional references with current telephone numbers including your current or most recent supervisor.
• Important:Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security number year of birth etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at with 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.

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• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council Womens 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 includes employer contributions toward health insurance paid holidays retirement plans sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.