What are the responsibilities and job description for the Habitat Conservation Director position at Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife?
About the Role
The Regional Habitat Manager is responsible for overseeing critical regional activities, including forest habitats, aquatic systems, and species conservation. This position requires strong leadership skills, knowledge of ecological principles, and experience managing complex budgets and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop long-range plans to protect fish and wildlife resources
- Advance agency goals and foster collaborative relationships
- Manage a complex budget and regulate development projects
- Participate in negotiations for mitigation agreements
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in natural resource science or related field
- Five years of experience supervising professional staff
- Knowledge of state and federal statutes and administrative rules
Competencies
- Ability to take interest in and understand others' perspectives
- Easily recognize when others have important information, perspectives, or ideas
- Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and commitment to the service of the public
