• Represent the Department of Fish and Wildlife, Wildlife Program as a member of the Real Estate Services team as the grants manager for acquisition grants and contracts.
• Manage and report on approximately 50-70 active land acquisition grant contracts averaging $35,000,000 – $55,000,000 each biennium;
• Prepare grant amendment requests, meet required timelines for preparation and submission of interim grant progress reports and final grant closeout reports.
• Serve as technical expert to agency staff and external partners regarding grant requirements and related agency land acquisition policies and procedures for new proposals and/or scope changes to existing funded projects.
• Work with regional wildlife area managers, survey and GIS staff on post-acquisition projects to ensure grant funding is utilized within budget/timeline. Responsible to ensure completion of closed grant files in compliance with grant funding.
• Coordinate with the WDFW archeologist(s), state contract staff and regional wildlife area managers to complete the cultural resource compliance process within open grant periods for land acquisition and property management activities such as land exchanges and surplusing of property.

Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, land use planning, forestry, natural resource management, environmental studies or related field AND three years of professional experience in the acquisition, development or management of recreation habitat or conservation lands and resources;
OR one year of experience as a Property and Acquisition Specialist 4;
 
A Master’s degree in one of the above fields will substitute for one year of experience.
Additional qualifying experience will substitute year for year for education.
 
Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and a working knowledge of other current software programs.
 
Valid Washington State Driver’s License
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
Proficient, experienced and knowledgeable in grant administration.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written documents.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Software – Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting processes and procedures.
• Technical reporting skills. Data gathering, analysis interpretation, fact-finding, reporting and evaluation.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize work load and work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Project, contract and budget management.

Experience in real estate practices including state and federal real estate laws, real estate contracts, title research easements, encumbrances, legal descriptions, maps, closing documents and various other legal documents.
 
Key Competencies — the best qualified applicants will demonstrate abilities in the following areas:

• Real estate concepts.
• Excellent skills in project, contract and budget management.
• Computer and software knowledge for planning, data tracking, sorting and analyzing for reporting, monitoring and grant compliance.
• Microsoft Office Software experience – Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint.
• Overall knowledge of financial and accounting processes and procedures.
• Technical reporting skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply agency policy.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize work load and work independently.
• Willing and able to travel for short periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Working Conditions
The successful candidate must be willing and able to:
·        Travel and work in the field is minimal; 5%.
·        Safely operate motor vehicles.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• A current resume (please make it succinct).
• Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional)

Please note:  Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online profile.
 
Upon submission of your online application, you will immediately receive a confirming e-mail.  You will then be notified via e-mail of your status during the process.  In addition to the e-mail notifications, you can check the status of your application at any time by visiting your online profile at www.careers.wa.gov.  Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we ask your understanding and encourage you to use the online process and avoid calling for information.
 
Please note that initial screening will be solely based on the completeness of application materials submitted and the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in NeoGov. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application may disqualify you from consideration for employment in this position. All information will be verified and documentation may be required.
 
The Department of Fish and Wildlife 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, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.