South Puget Sound Recreation District Manager, Wms1

South Puget Sound Recreation District Manager, WMS1

Recruitment #2024-4-A343

Full-time, WMS1, Non-represented position

Location flexibility may be available and considered: Enumclaw, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered

Relocation Compensation may be available and considered

Salary: $84,247.00 - $98,261.00 Annually

To allow for growth and salary progression the full salary range is: $84,247.00 - $103,434.00 Annually

Positions with permanent duty stations in King County receive an additional 5% added to their monthly base salary. The salary listed in this announcement reflects the additional 5%.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our South Puget Sound Region (SPS). This position is responsible for the recreation program on more than 350,000 acres of trust lands and conservation areas managed by DNR in the SPS Region. This work is accomplished across 8 counties in western Washington. This position oversees recreation planning, provides program guidance, and helps set priorities for maintenance and operations.  Responsibilities:

The Recreation District Manager position works with the State Lands Assistant Region Manager to oversee the program's budgets and lead recreation staff in efforts to secure and administer grants for the development and maintenance of sustainable recreation infrastructure and capital funding. This position will represent the DNR's interests to Tribal partners, user groups, businesses, governmental officials, and the public where there is involvement in complex, sensitive issues affecting the district or programs. A central role of this position is to communicate DNR's current and future plans with user groups, volunteers, adjacent landowners, tribes, the general public, and other government entities.Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree in forest management, recreation, ecology, business, or natural resource management or a closely related field,

OR a combination of education and/or experience equivalent.

• 5 years of experience managing forest land and/or natural resource recreation to include 2 years of personnel management experience.

• Professional Experience in:

• Tracking budgets including grant-funded projects

• Project management

• Managing personnel and directing the activities of a diverse, professional staff.

• Maintaining a safe working environment by prioritizing, communicating, and demonstrating safe practices.

• Facilitation, collaboration, negotiation, and conflict resolution

• Setting performance standards and expectations, training, developing, evaluating, coaching, and documenting performance.

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and hold staff accountable using performance-based recognition.

• Position Specific Competencies:

• Effective communication skills (both written and oral)

• High level of ethics and integrity

• Documented history of commitment to safe work practices

• Relationship-building skills

• Tact and diplomacy

• Understand, interpret, and implement broad department mission, goals, and policy

• Integrate and direct the output of managers and supervisors in a collaborative manner

• DNR Core Competencies:

• Personal Accountability

• Value Others

• Compassionate Communication

• Inspire Others

• Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• Both indoors and outdoors work, with the majority in an office setting (70%). Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions. The position is eligible for telework.

• Occasional travel statewide happens several times a year.

• 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• Professional experience with the State Environmental Policy Act, recreation on public lands, and Washington's Multiple Use Act.

• Professional experience with Trust land management and principles, DNR's Habitat Conservation Plan, forest practice rules, and the Policy for Sustainable Forests.

• Demonstrated professional progression in leadership responsibilities in areas of land, resource, recreation, and personnel management.

• Practical experience with agency policies, practices, procedures, and tasks.

• Competent with computer software, including word processing and spreadsheet; project planning and oversight; familiar with multiple forestry tools and systems, including equipment and applications that enhance field productivity (GPS, GIS, and modeling systems).

Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position

• If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your past experience relates to them, please contact us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don't hesitate to apply! 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.

Questions?  Please contact Lori Price at Lori.price@dnr.wa.gov/206.920.2253 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington's lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Our Vision

- Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive.

Our Mission

- Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Our Core Values:

• 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.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• 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.

Additional Information:

This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran's preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22, or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources 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, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.

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