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Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2023-EAP5091-14188
Department: Dept. of Ecology
Division: Environmental Assessment
Opening Date: 11/06/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The (EAP) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill aForest Practices/Effectiveness Monitoring Lead (Natural Resource Scientist 3) position. This position is locatedin our Headquarters Office inUpon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
In this Natural Resource Scientist position, you will join a dynamic and collaborative applied research team - Washington State's and program - focused on documenting, understanding, and evaluating the health of freshwater streams across the state in response to restoration or best management practices. In this role, you will oversee the monitoring of physical and biological processes in streams in response to process-based restoration projects. You will also serve as a scientist and technical specialist on the forest practices adaptive management program's Cooperative Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research committee (CMER). This scientific committee designs and implements studies and programs to monitor and test the effects forest practice rules have on key aquatic conditions and processes. You would be working with multi-caucus Science Advisory Groups and project teams to oversee and conduct complex research projects.
Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Program Mission: The Environmental Assessment Program provides a range of scientific, monitoring, laboratory, and quality assurance services. Its mission is to measure, assess, and communicate environmental conditions in Washington State.
Tele-work options for this position:This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule.Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in "other information." Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on November 20, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before November 19, 2023. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
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About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan.
Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
Our commitment to DEIRDiversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology's work.
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this role, you will serve as a Natural Resource Scientist, leading interesting biological and habitat monitoring projects primarily associated with the implementation of stream restoration projects. You will also serve as a scientist and technical specialist representing Ecology on the forest adaptive management programs Cooperative Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research committee (CMER) - focused on the effects of forest management practices on key aquatic conditions and processes.
What you will do:
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
Option 1:
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or other allied field
AND
Four years of professional-level research work experience in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field
Option 2:
A Master's degree one of the above fields and two years of professional- level research work experience in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field
Option 3:
A Ph.D. in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants:We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Need an Accommodationin the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
Please do NOT include your salary history.Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.
For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.
Application Attestation:
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Scott Collyard at: Please do not contact Scott to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email
Why work for Ecology?
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at and follow, like or visit us on , , , or our
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State Department of Ecology 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, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply...
Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2023-EAP5091-14188
Department: Dept. of Ecology
Division: Environmental Assessment
Opening Date: 11/06/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The (EAP) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill aForest Practices/Effectiveness Monitoring Lead (Natural Resource Scientist 3) position. This position is locatedin our Headquarters Office inUpon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
In this Natural Resource Scientist position, you will join a dynamic and collaborative applied research team - Washington State's and program - focused on documenting, understanding, and evaluating the health of freshwater streams across the state in response to restoration or best management practices. In this role, you will oversee the monitoring of physical and biological processes in streams in response to process-based restoration projects. You will also serve as a scientist and technical specialist on the forest practices adaptive management program's Cooperative Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research committee (CMER). This scientific committee designs and implements studies and programs to monitor and test the effects forest practice rules have on key aquatic conditions and processes. You would be working with multi-caucus Science Advisory Groups and project teams to oversee and conduct complex research projects.
Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Program Mission: The Environmental Assessment Program provides a range of scientific, monitoring, laboratory, and quality assurance services. Its mission is to measure, assess, and communicate environmental conditions in Washington State.
Tele-work options for this position:This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule.Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in "other information." Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on November 20, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before November 19, 2023. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
, , *, *, , , & , , , , , , , *Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan.
Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIRDiversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology's work.
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this role, you will serve as a Natural Resource Scientist, leading interesting biological and habitat monitoring projects primarily associated with the implementation of stream restoration projects. You will also serve as a scientist and technical specialist representing Ecology on the forest adaptive management programs Cooperative Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research committee (CMER) - focused on the effects of forest management practices on key aquatic conditions and processes.
What you will do:
- Participate in various scientific advisory committees.
- Evaluate and monitor the effects of the state's forest practices rules.
- Coordinate forest practices, watershed health monitoring and salmon habitat restoration studies with state, federal, and tribal scientists as well as private land managers to maintain consistency among methods and interpretation of results.
- Plan and implement field logistics and data collection efforts for biological and habitat effectiveness monitoring projects.
- Provide professional recommendations regarding future watershed health effectiveness monitoring studies and regulatory implications.
- Direct and prepare publication of quality assurance plans, technical reports, and presents results at scientific conferences.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
- 30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
- 20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Option 1:
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or other allied field
AND
Four years of professional-level research work experience in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field
Option 2:
A Master's degree one of the above fields and two years of professional- level research work experience in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field
Option 3:
A Ph.D. in Hydrogeology, Geomorphology, Stream/Aquatic Ecology, Limnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related field
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
- Coursework in Environmental Science, Natural Science, Stream Ecology, Chemistry, statistics.
- Forestry or related field would be advantageous.
- Ability to conduct field work under a variety of conditions.
- Experience collecting water samples is desired.
- Ability to operate cars, vans and pickup trucks in various weather conditions and after dark.
- Extensive experience with data analysis and data management and scientific writing.
- Environmental sampling techniques and, environmental data analysis techniques including statistics.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants:We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Need an Accommodationin the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
- Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: and we will be happy to assist.
- If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
- If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
- If you are reading this announcement in print format, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology.
It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
- A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
- A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
- A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history.Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.
For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
- Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
- Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.
Application Attestation:
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Scott Collyard at: Please do not contact Scott to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email
Why work for Ecology?
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at and follow, like or visit us on , , , or our
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State Department of Ecology 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, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply...
