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Assistant Land Manager-NRS1

Salary
$37,476.00 – $50,292.00 Annually
Location
Kittitas County – Ellensburg, WA
Job Type
Full Time – Permanent
Department
Dept. of Natural Resources
Job Number
2018-03-6897-03244
Closing
4/15/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
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Service, Science, Sustainability

Under the leadership of the Commissioner of Public Lands, our work at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is done with the public’s interest in mind, which means transparency and public knowledge.  Our decisions are guided by sound science as we manage state trust lands, native ecosystems and natural resources. We support the vision of a sustainable future by protecting and managing the natural resources so future generations will have them.

DNR manages over 5 million acres of state-owned land that includes forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. We generate revenue that supports public schools, state institutions and county services. But managing lands is only half of our story. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.

The DNR has an annual operating budget of approximately $245 million and has over 1300 permanent employees with approximately 500 additional staff hired during the summer fire season.

We have some of the most talented people in the industry.  We honor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust.  We invite you to learn more about our culture, our careers, and why some of the top forestry and natural science professionals have joined Washington DNR by visiting our DNR website.
Duties
Assistant Land Manager
Natural Resource Specialist 1
Recruitment # 2018-03-6897-03244

SALARY RANGE:

$3,123 – $4,191 per month

TYPE OF POSITION:       

Permanent, Full-time.   This position is represented by the WPEA.
Important Note:   Once appointed to this position the incumbent will be required to pay union dues or other representation fees within the first 30 days of employment.

LOCATION:                       

Ellensburg, Washington

CLOSES:

15 April, 2018
Note: Recruitment may be extended after the 15 April depending on the quantity and quality of the application pool.

POSITION PROFILE:
This position is responsible for working with our division and region staff to generate revenue on behalf of public schools, state institutions and county services by sustainably managing Washington State Trust Lands consistent with the trust mandate and the department’s guiding principles. The Assistant Land Manager contributes to this mission by assisting to process leases, permits, easements and licenses generating more than $25M annually.  This position will coordinate and perform contract administration and land development activities for the Southeast Region leasing programs, enters data and creates invoices in SAP/NaturE system, and coordinate with staff in providing technical procedural expertise for agricultural and special use leasing activities in Southeast Region.  Reviewing documentation to ensure they are professionally formatted, edited and timely is a critical part of this position.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience preparing, reviewing, and recommending edits to legal contract language;
  • Two years of experience performing professional, technical or paraprofessional duties relating to land use, or lease transactions.
  • Experience managing information in an electronic database;
  • Knowledge of state laws and rules for leasing processes;
  • Organizational skills;
    • Ability to meet deliverables on multiple projects with strict timelines;
    • Ability to work effectively as a part of a team in meeting deliverables;
    • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
    • Personal computer skills with an emphasis in using Word for merge documents and Excel;

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in agriculture, natural resource management, land management;
  • Advanced knowledge of land use, real estate contract, and easement legal, business, and management principles;
  • Working knowledge of Trust Land management theory, principles, and related law;
  • Ability to view the success of the organization and team as more important than individual achievements;
  • Ability to be receptive to new ideas and adaptable to change;
  • Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions;
  • The incumbent in this position is required to travel;

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Position requires regular contact with external customers and stakeholders including the general public, lessees, contractors, private landowners, recreational users, and other government representatives.  Position has occasional contact with angry and/or distraught customers and stakeholders.
  • Position requires a limited amount of travel (approx. 5%) of time in the field, often traveling alone between sites within the unit or to Olympia.
Supplemental Information
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the required qualifications for this position.

APPLICATION PROCESS

  • To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
  • You must submit the following:
    • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
    • Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment.
    • The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
  • Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.
  • You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account.  Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly.

Questions?  Please contact Chad Unland at phone number 509-925-0935/chad.unland@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

By submitting the application materials you are indicating that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge.  You understand that the state may verify information and that untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed. This announcement is published by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a fair and impartial manner for all persons without regard to age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, genetic information, military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1128.  DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That’s why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.  There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.  Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems‘ web site.
 
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
 
Vacation (Annual Leave)
You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees per WAC 357-31-165.

Holidays

Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays:

HOLIDAY
DATE
New Year’s Day
January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr’s birthday
Third Monday in January
Presidents’ Day
Third Monday in February
Memorial Day
Last Monday in May
Independence Day
July 4
Labor Day
First Monday in September
Veterans’ Day
November 11
Thanksgiving Day
Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day
December 25
Personal Holiday
Employee’s selection each calendar year

*Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

 
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for reasons included in WAC 357-31-130.
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information.
01
Do you have experience preparing, reviewing, and recommending edits to legal contract language?

  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have two years of experience performing professional, technical or paraprofessional duties relating to land use, or lease transactions?

  • Yes
  • No
03
Briefly describe your experience managing information in an electronic database:
04
Briefly describe your knowledge of state laws and rules for leasing processes:
05
Where did you originally hear about this job (i.e. friend, newspaper, careers.wa.gov, specific job board website)?

Required Question

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