Agriculture Land Manager, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)

Description

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and prepare Land Use Authorizations (leases, easements, and other instruments)
• Ensure compliance, perform site inspections, and resolve unauthorized uses of state-owned agricultural lands
• Manage or assist with projects that affect state-owned agricultural lands tasks
• Intergovernmental relationship-building and outreach tasks

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, agriculture, real estate, forestry, science, engineering, land use or environmental planning, business or other relevant field; AND two years of related professional work experience in one of the specialties;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience with contracts, business, or property management.
• Experience interpreting and implementing guidelines, regulations, and laws.
• Experience managing multiple complex tasks, setting workload priorities, and completing tasks on time.
• Experience with contracts, business, or property management.
• Team collaboration: working collaboratively on internal and external issues in a respectful, cooperative, and professional manner.
• Ability to speak and write clearly.
• Customer service skills.
• 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

• Position involves a substantial amount of office work (approx. 70%). Position requires fieldwork (approx. 30%) in sometimes rocky/sloped terrain. Must be able to conduct tasks in difficult conditions, including inclement weather. Meetings may require overnight or very early morning travel.
• Travel is required to meet with parties, complete lease inspections, and attend meetings.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and two years of driving experience. 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.

• Knowledge and understanding of land use authorizations (leases, easements, licenses, etc.) and other legal instruments associated with land management.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting/regulatory processes and rules.
• Experience using business management software and/or GIS.
• Experience with site analysis and/or sampling programs.
• Experience working on public access, recreation, or parks issues.
• Experience operating on-and-off-road vehicles.

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (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: 3-5 professional references with current telephone numbers, to include your 2 most recent supervisors. You may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• 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 info@governmentjobs.com 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.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s 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 that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.