WA State DNR: Assistant Division Manager

This position Is the Assistant Division Manager for the Conservation Section, which includes Natural Areas, Natural Heritage, and Conservation Acquisitions programs, including supervisory responsibilities. This includes setting statewide priorities for the programs, working with legislators, stakeholders, regions, and others to implement those priorities, and following applicable plans such as the agency strategic plan, Natural Heritage plan, and Natural Areas plans.

• Providing leadership in setting conservation priorities for the Conservation statewide. Shares responsibility with the Natural Heritage Program Manager and with the Natural Areas Program Manager for completion of the State of Washington Natural Heritage Plan. This document sets forth the priorities for Identifying potential additions to the statewide system of natural areas.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for the Conservation Programs, and sometimes for the Department of Natural Resources, with other agencies and organizations regarding conservation Issues.
• Supervising natural areas and natural heritage program managers.
• Preparing and allotting the Natural Heritage/Areas Programs budgets including identifying budget needs to support the program's work, developing program performance measures, preparing budget concept papers and other documents for legislative appropriation requests, and developing program allotment information for the Finance Division.
• Monitoring program expenditures to maintain work plan and spending goals including completing variance reports and ensuring that budget deliverables are met for the program. 

 

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 those 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

• 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 benefit 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.

 

• 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 Kristen Ohlson-Kiehn at Kristen.Ohlson-Kiehn@dnr.wa.gov/360-701-9059 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov

 

The 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.