Washington State Dept. of Natural Resources has an opening for a Education and Enforcement Specialist - Natural Resource Specialist 1
Recruitment # 2013-03-7148, Located in North Bend, Washington Salary Range: $2,855 - $3,726 per month ($2,769 - $3,614 with 3% temporary reduction) Type of position: Project, Full-time through June 30, 2015. Closes: March 22, 2013 T POSITION PROFILE: * This position reports to the Snoqualmie Recreation Manager and works closely with the Region's other Recreation Staff, Natural Area Managers and Law Enforcement Officer. * Responsibilities include issuance of warnings and citations for violations of recreation laws and regulations; enforcing agency rules and regulations; developing a strong education and enforcement volunteer program; and educating the general public, neighbors, and recreational users about recreational opportunities, appropriate recreational behavior, rules and regulations. * Coordinates with other government agencies, non-profit organizations, and enforcement resources. * Assist with trail, trailhead, and day use facility development and maintenance projects. * May supervise volunteer groups and/or other DNR staff. * Works under the guidance of State and Federal regulations, Agency policies and procedures, Region goals and priorities and applicable collective bargaining agreements. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Ability to communicate agency goals, policies and laws in a clear and concise manner. * Strong, effective and friendly oral communication skills. * Fluency in current word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. * Must be able to cover reasonable distances per day in the field covering moderate to difficult terrain. * Familiarity with the principles and practices of recreation management, and how public involvement fits into the landscape. * At least 6 months experience with public speaking and making public contacts in an outdoor recreation trail-based setting. * At least 6 months experience with non-motorized trail maintenance and construction experience. * At least 6 months experience with managing, training, and working with volunteers. This level of skill is typically achieved with a Bachelor's degree involving major study in forestry, agriculture, aqua culture, recreation, geology, and forestry or a related natural science and one year of related professional experience. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: * Two years professional or technical outdoor recreation related experience focused on user education and outreach. * Two years professional or technical non-motorized trail maintenance and construction experience. * Familiarity with DNR SPS Region landscapes and recreation opportunities in the Snoqualmie Interstate 90 recreation corridor. * Two years professional experience related to managing and/or working with volunteers. * Two years professional or technical experience related to teaching and training volunteers. * Ability to operate, download, and record visitor use data from a GPS unit. SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS * Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions. * Must have a valid driver's license and have two years of driving experience. * Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire. * Must be able to pass Basic Enforcement Training during the probationary period, including a criminal background records check. * Must be able to operate a mountain bike on intermediate to difficult trail terrain. * Must be available to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings and most weekends WHO MAY APPLY This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the required qualifications for this position. For more detailed information and HOW TO APPLY GO TO: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/dnr/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=61 5655 OR go to www.dnr.wa.gov/aboutdnr/employment and scroll to find the NR SPEC 1 - EDUCATION & ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST JOB ANNOUNCEMENT. Questions? Please contact Gretchen Murray at (360) 802-7026 or e-mail us at [email protected].
