Education and Enforcement Warden, Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)

Description

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Perform patrols and report findings; work with agency staff, supervisor, and law enforcement professionals to mitigate and resolve public lands abuse and other situations that negatively impact the State Land Trust, Natural Areas, or public safety.
• Write and administer recreation event permits and attend events to ensure compliance.
• Operate hand and power tools, vehicles, and equipment; including trucks, trailers, chainsaws, brush-cutters, and other small equipment used patrolling and maintaining recreation facilities.
• Conduct basic maintenance to equipment and tools, including cleaning and servicing equipment, coordinating needed repairs, and keeping records of service repairs and safety inspections.
• Train and lead volunteers and laborers to safely and effectively perform maintenance and clean-up efforts on developed trails, trailheads, facilities, bridges, and day-use sites within the Snoqualmie Corridor.
• Coordinate and support volunteer work parties involving the maintenance of designated trails and developed sites, including documenting and recording volunteer hours for agency and grant tracking.
• Work as a part of a team to implement grant and capital budget-funded recreation project goals.
• Participate in all aspects of grant preparation and administration to support ongoing funding needs.
• Assist in conducting field inspections of facilities and trails and participate in resolving issues identified.
• Provide education and information to members of the public, volunteers, and other groups as needed, supporting agency and stakeholder goals through positive and professional interactions.
• Hire and supervise up to two seasonal DNR Interns to assist with Education and Enforcement duties during the busy summer season.
• Work as part of a team to identify, catalog, decommission, and prevent construction of unsanctioned trails.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Experience using computers and processing software including the use of Excel, Access, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with conflict resolution and defusing tense situations.
• Associate’s degree AND two years of experience in a natural resource-related field, with a focus on recreation management and/or user education and outreach;
  OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Tact and Diplomacy – Ability to respond to difficult, stressful, or sensitive interpersonal situations in a way that reduces or minimizes potential conflict and maintains good working relationships among internal and external customers.
• Ability to use independent judgment effectively.
• Highly developed writing and oral communication skills, public presentation skills, and the ability to effectively inform and educate user groups, volunteers, and the general public.
• 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

• The position’s assigned Duty Station will be the North Bend Work Center. The majority (80%) of work is performed alone in isolated unimproved areas. Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions. The position will require operating a four-wheel drive vehicle on highway and forest roads, as well as trail hiking, and possibly riding mountain bikes on trails of moderate to difficult terrain. Must be able to cover reasonable distances per day in the field on moderate to very difficult terrain. Must be willing to work alone and in remote terrain and all weather conditions. These duties are accomplished while the employee is working alone, in remote locations, often with limited cell service. The employee must exercise independent judgment to make the best decisions possible to protect the department, resources, and their safety. This may occur in difficult and potentially dangerous situations, with limited backup from Law Enforcement or other Agency staff.
• The position requires a large majority (80%) of time in the field, traveling alone between trailheads, trails, day-use areas, and work centers. Most travel will be within the Region, with occasional travel occurring out of the Region.
• Must be able to complete and pass DNR Basic Enforcement Training, receiving DNR Limited Commission Authority, during the probationary period.
• Must be able to complete and pass ATV/UTV/Trailer Towing Safety Training within the probationary period.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in public use, recreation, natural resources, forestry, law enforcement, or a closely related field.
• Familiarity with Washington Department of Natural Resources public use, and trust land management responsibilities and practices.
• Previous Law Enforcement experience.
• Familiarity with Washington State RCWs and WACs relating to Public Use on state land.
• Knowledge of outdoor recreation uses.
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of recreation management.
• Experience with collecting progress measures on project deliverables and creating project progress reports that meet the reporting requirements of grant funding agencies.
• Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment, including but not limited to: chainsaws, small power tools, quads, off-road motorcycles, and mountain bikes.

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– 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.