Aquatic Resources Division Planning Unit Supervisor

Recruitment # 2012-06-7097
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Environmental Planner 5
SALARY RANGE: $4,648 - $6,099 per month
($4,513 - $5,922 with 3% temporary reduction)

Important Note: From July 1, 2011 through June 29, 2013 a 3% temporary salary reduction is in effect for most positions. For specific information on the Temporary Salary Reduction, go to: http://www.dop.wa.gov/CompClass/TempSalaryReduction/Pages/QAonTemporarySalaryReduction.aspx

TYPE OF POSITION: Permanent, Full-time. This position is represented by the WFSE.
Important Note: Once appointed to this position the incumbent will be required to pay union dues or other representation fees within the first 30 days of employment.
LOCATION: Olympia, WA
CLOSES: Open until filled. First screening after July 9, 2012.
POSITION PROFILE:
This position serves as the lead planning consultant to the Aquatics Division and coordinates the Aquatic Reserve Program and the Aquatic Lands HCP Program. The planning Unit Supervisor coordinates the development of and implements the aquatic lands habitat conservation plan (HCP) and aquatic reserves program while leading all planning development for the Aquatics Division. The duties will require inter-program and/or interagency coordination skills.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
*Facilitate the cooperative efforts of the Aquatic Reserves Program Manager and HCP Program Manager to achieve the aquatic lands management objectives and stewardship goals.
*Leads the strategic and operational planning process for the development and implementation of the aquatic lands HCP.
*Responsible for meeting agency commitments to the federal services for proper implementation of conservation measures, compliance monitoring, adaptive management, landscape planning and completing scheduled reporting to the federal services.
*Directs a team environmental planners to facilitate resolution of pertinent management issues arising from implementation of habitat stewardship and HCP implementation
*Leads the planning and implementation process for the development of a comprehensive network of Aquatic Reserves. In support of the Aquatic Reserves Program Manager and program staff, facilitates resolution of pertinent management issues arising from planning and implementation of the Aquatic Reserves Program and specific aquatic reserves management plans with Aquatic Districts, Washington Treaty Tribes, private industry, citizens, non-government organizations, local government and other interested parties.
*Manages the Planning Unit and provides guidance on policy and planning to other planning and technical staff and District staff within the Division.
*Works with the Aquatics Division Mnagement team and Executive Management to resolve major policy and legislative issues, and provide consultation on interagency coordination of highly complex policies, legal issues and proposed legislation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES:
*A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in aquatic land management or aquatic resource planning, five years of professional experience in aquatic land use or aquatic resource planning and program development with two of those years having acted in a supervisory role
*Demonstrated ability to facilitate resolution of pertinent management issues arising from planning activities which are complex or sensitive, involve multiple programs, and deal with major environmental issues

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*Education with a specific focus on aquatic resource sciences, management, and/or regulation.
*Familiarity with the Endangered Species Act and specifically the role of Habitat Conservation Plans within the Act
*Familiarity with marine protected area use, creation and management, and specifically the Aquatic Reserve Program in Washington.
*Knowledge of the role of DNR and the management of state-owned aquatic lands.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
*Must have a valid driver's license and have two years of driving experience.
*Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
*Uses personal computers (word processing and database software), local area networks, email, voicemail, and electronic scheduler.

WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the required qualifications for this position.

APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, please submit:
*A letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements. Please indicate in your letter of interest how you learned of this opportunity.
*Resume
*At least 4 professional references including one from a current or former supervisor (if applicable) and one from a peer.
*A completed application - DNR Job Application at: http://www.dnr.wa.gov/Publications/hr_dnr_app.doc and resume.
*An online voluntary Applicant Profile Questionnaire at: http://surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=905811603129 .
(This form is not required and is submitted online. Please do not print out and send in with application materials).
The first screening will be based on information contained in your candidate materials.

Submit all materials to: dnrrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov
Electronic method preferred
OR other method to:
Melody Wolf
Department of Natural Resources
PO BOX 47033
Olympia, WA 98504-7033
NOTE: Please indicate # 2012-03-0222 in the subject line of your e-mail.
By submitting the application materials you are indicating that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge. You understand that the state may verify information and that untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed.

Questions? Please contact Michal Rechner at (360) 902-1075 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.