Montesano, Washington is the current duty station, however, depending on the successful candidate, other duty stations within Region 6 may be considered.

This recruitment is posted until March 5, 2023 - application review will be ongoing, we encourage you to submit your application materials as soon as possible. The Hiring Manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time.

Lead policy direction and operational functions for priorities focused on wildlife population conservation, wildlife management, and lands management!

Provide long range strategic planning, develop new initiatives, foster and advance partnerships, conduct contract management, and oversee Lands Division budgets and work plans.

Bucks – Photo Credit: Susan Jensen

Bring your knowledge and innovation to this role,

Direct the operational functions of Region 6 Wildlife Areas that encompass approximately 30,000 acres and over 100 Water Access Sites and which are managed for wildlife habitat, hunting, fishing, boating, and other recreation.

Responsible for tactical and strategic planning regarding sometimes controversial wildlife management issues,

You will make decisions that influence the quality and quantity of fish and wildlife resources of the state, with direct impacts on resource/recreation based local businesses, and tourism within Region 6.

Motivate and provide leadership and vision for staff,

Guide all staff engaged in habitat and recreation management on wildlife areas and water access areas - this includes mentoring responsive staff to fill future leadership needs.

Thrive on building collaboration and teamwork,

Represent the agency when interfacing with the public, non-government organizations, legislators, Tribal Co-managers, and other state, federal, and local governments.

Coyote Pounce – Photo Credit: Rachel Blomker

Some of what you will do as our Assistant Regional Wildlife Program Manager,

• Communicates policy goals and directions and explains production goals to all staff to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Evaluates and approves candidates for positions within Region 6, and makes recommendations for hiring and promotion.
• Mentors, coaches, and evaluates performance of all land management staff.

• Works collaboratively with Lands Division budget staff and funding entities in drafting initial budget for the wildlife and water access areas for submission to the Lands Division and the funding entity for approval.
• Monitors current and projects future expenditures to comply with the approved budget - accounts for deviations from projection.

• Is the Region 6 lead in development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of wildlife and water access area plans in close association with the funding entities, WDFW regional and headquarters staff, other partners, and members of the Wildlife Area Advisory Committees.
• Monitors work of staff to assure that the highest priority work items are being accomplished.

• Engages and collaborates with agency staff and funding entity, external parties, and constituents to form strategic plans and priorities.
• Compiles and analyzes information related to wildlife and access areas operations, from a variety of sources, forms conclusions, and communicates recommendations to the supervisor.

• Monitors daily work activities of all wildlife and access areas staff to ensure compliance with union contracts, agency policies, rules, procedures, and regulations. Directs staff regarding compliance with permits, policies, and procedures.
• Provides input to develop or modify operational plans, rules and policies, to adapt and respond to change.

• Communicates orally and in written documents, agency and Wildlife Program goals, policies, procedures to staff and interested parties (e.g., co-managers, stakeholders, agencies, regulatory entities, etc.).
• Represents the agency in technical or policy forums, and other public settings.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Setting, including hazards:
  • Primarily office work and occasional field work.
• Schedule:
  • Work hours are flexible, typically, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – some evening and weekend work may be required, this includes attending nighttime meetings.
  • May be expected to adjust the work schedule to meet business needs.
• Travel Requirements:
  • Will require travel throughout Region 6 - approximately 30%.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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Please Note:

• Closely related qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis.
• A Master’s degree in the applicable science will substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
• A Ph.D. in the applicable science will substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of wildlife and ecological processes pertinent to the Northwest.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to prepare and present effective grant and funding requests.
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills to effectively prioritize workload and maximize efficiency.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Effectively oversee and manage complex budgets.
• Work collaboratively with members of the public with diverse opinions and backgrounds.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

WDFW requires all employees to be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. You will be required to provide proof of vaccination as part of the hiring process. Please do not upload your vaccination documentation with your application materials - your vaccination status will be verified by your supervisor before you will be allowed to work. Exemptions may be granted for religious or medical purposes.

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• A current resume.
• Three professional references.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:

Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).

WDFW 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 Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.

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VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife 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, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

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