Please see the following website for application link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/2241458/wetland-monitoring-manager-transportation-planning-specialist-4

Salary: $64,008.00 – $86,076.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time – Permanent
Closing: 10/31/2018 11:59 PM Pacific

The Opportunity:
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Environmental Services Office (ESO) is currently seeking an experienced environmental professional to fill the vacancy of Wetland Monitoring Manager in Tumwater, WA! This successful candidate will supervise the Headquarters (HQ) Monitoring Group, an organizational segment in the HQ ESO Wetland Program. The position is responsible for independently planning and conducting monitoring activities at environmental mitigation sites statewide.

At WSDOT, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. To learn more, please watch the following video: Why WSDOT? 

The Wetland Monitoring Manager will perform the following work:

  • Works independently to plan, coordinate, and implement monitoring of WSDOT wetland mitigation sites.
  • Coordinates monitoring efforts with regions and modes.
  • Schedules field work for monitoring of the mitigation sites.
  • Provides leadership for mitigation site monitoring activities including: data collection and analysis and technical report writing.
  • Researches and develops appropriate monitoring techniques to achieve program goals.
  • Supervises up to 5 professional monitoring staff and up to 24 seasonal interns.
  • Trains and mentors wetland monitoring staff to assure consistent high quality work products.
  • Develops individual training plans for professional monitoring biologists.
  • Develops and leads training program for seasonal interns.
  • Supports the Wetlands Program Manager in developing policies and standard operating procedures for WSDOT work related to wetland monitoring.
  • Assists the Wetlands Program Manager in developing and administering the budget related to monitoring work and activities.
  • Participates in professional workshops, training sessions, seminars, conferences, and meetings sponsored by government agencies, universities, and professional organizations.
  • Reviews professional literature to maintain and enrich professional knowledge and stay current with regulations and evaluation methods.

The requirements for this position include:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in ecology, botany, biology, ecological restoration, environmental science, natural resource science or related field.
  • Five years professional experience in wetland biology and ecology, and federal, state and local wetland regulations.
  • Successful completion of a wetland delineation training course.
  • Successful completion of a Washington wetland rating training course.
  • Working knowledge of restoration ecology.
  • Strong understanding of ecological monitoring techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse groups.
  • Ability to supervise both professional and technical staff.
  • A valid driver’s license.

How to Apply: Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please click on the large “apply” button at the top of this announcement. If you have not done so previously, you will need to set up an account profile. To be considered for this position you will need to answer the supplemental questions and attach a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should describe how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.

Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Erik Lunke at 360-705-7747 or email to lunkee@wsdot.wa.gov.  Please reference recruitment number 18DOT-HQ-01089.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. 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 with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter. WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit https://www.uscis.gov/.