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We are excited to announce a very unique and important opportunity to make a difference in the State of Washington: Olympic Region Manager Natural Resources Region Manager Recruitment # 2016-02-1710-01482 Salary Range: $6,932 - $8,155 per month plus a comprehensive benefit package and retirement. We also offer generous paid vacation and sick leave as well as paid state holidays. Located in scenic Forks, Washington CLOSES: March 7, 2016. The Olympic Region Manager represents the Commissioner of Public Lands (Commissioner) and is responsible for field operations within the Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) Olympic Region (Clallam, Jefferson, and northern Grays Harbor counties). Major responsibilities are revenue generation through the sustainable management of state trust lands, protection of public resources on private and state forest lands, and wildfire prevention and suppression. The position reports to the Department Supervisor and serves at the pleasure of the Commissioner. Major responsibilities include but not limited to: *Operate as chief representative of the Commissioner within the geographic boundaries of the region; *Provide outstanding leadership for a region staff of 94 permanent employees including 3 assistant region managers; *Establish and maintain excellent working relationships and communications with local governments, Indian Tribes, regional offices of other state agencies, landowners, and stakeholder groups; *Oversee the management of 371,000 acres of state uplands; *Sustainably manage state trust lands to generate income for public schools, universities, counties, and other trust beneficiaries, while accommodating compatible public uses; *Implement two major resource protection programs--wildfire prevention/suppression and forest practices--on private and state forest lands within the region; *Ensure proper utilization of a $24 million biennial budget; *Ensure that the Commissioner and DNR's executive management team are promptly informed of emergent issues or events with potential to impact the agency or the region; *Implement a pro-active safety program to improve employee safety awareness and reduce accidents and injuries; and *Seek efficiencies and cost savings in all aspects of region operations. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: *A bachelor's degree and substantial management experience, at least some of which involves natural resources. *Experience-based ability to provide strategic leadership and a results-oriented guidance for Olympic Region. *Experience-based ability to create a positive working environment, build employee morale, and elicit sustained superior job performance. *Excellent communications skills. *Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and solve tough problems. *Ability to calmly and professionally navigate difficult public policy issues and situations. *Knowledge of land management principles and practices. *Knowledge of wildfire prevention and suppression practices. *Knowledge of Washington's Forest Practices Act and Rules. *Experience developing and implementing large budgets. *Working knowledge of labor agreements and personnel rules. *Knowledge of the legislative process. *Strong work ethic and commitment to public service. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY GO TO: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/dnr/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1353255 OR SEARCH "Olympic Region Manager": www.dnr.wa.gov/employment/jobs Questions? Please contact Gwen Willingham at (360) 902-1142 or email us at [email protected]. Melody Wolf Agency Recruiter Human Resources Division Washington State Department Natural Resources (DNR) 360-902-1350 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employment<http://www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employment>
