North Puget Sound Community Climate Resilience Scientist, Nrsci2

North PugetSound Community Climate Resilience Scientist, NRSci2
Recruitment #2024-3-P441
Full-time, Non-permanent, Represented position
Anticipated Non-permanent employment is 12 months with possibility of extending
Location flexibility may be available and considered: Olympia, WA Work Station will be primarily in the North Puget Sound area (Whatcom, Skagit, and Snohomish counties).
Flexible Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,497.00 - $6,046.00 Monthly
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Are you interested in conducting environmental research and engaging with community members in ecosystem-based monitoring? The Aquatics Assessment and Monitoring Team (AAMT) seeks a scientist with a broad range of capabilities and a strong commitment to improving the climate adaptive capacity for communities and their aquatic ecosystems. As the North PugetSound Community Climate Resilience Scientistyou will be responsible for leading the operation and enhancement of an autonomous sensor network, maintaining and improving biological survey methods, designing and implementing hypothesis testing research, analyzing and communicating findings to policy developers and the public, and sustaining a program that engages diverse community partners in conducting place-based climate science research and monitoring. This position will meet the goals of the Snohomish Watershed Resilience Action Plan to establish a new acidification nearshore monitoring site within Snohomish County and be the community science coordinator for the northern Puget Sound region of the Acidification Nearshore Monitoring Network (ANeMoNe). Your leadership skills will be applied in overseeing staff and directing field crews in data collection while wading in water, snorkeling, and sampling from boats, off piers, and docks. Your practical problem-solving skills will be needed to identify and correct instrument errors, improve sampling methods, safely conduct field research in challenging conditions, and coordinate among a diverse group of partners and volunteers. You will apply your creativity in developing compelling online representations of place-based aquatic ecosystem monitoring and assessment data. Your verbal and writing skills will be essential to communicate research findings to agency management, scientific colleagues, and external stakeholders.Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain an ANeMoNe sensor field site within the Snohomish watershed in accordance with the Snohomish Watershed Resilience Action Plan.
• Lead the deployment, operation, and maintenance of autonomous sensors at sites in northern Puget Sound.
• Under the direction of ANeMoNe Lead, plan and implement targeted research for hypothesis testing.
• With the direction and guidance of the supervisor, assist and participate in projects associated with the Snohomish Watershed Resilience Action Plan to support collaborations between those projects and ANeMoNe. These projects and collaborations include outcomes of the watershed resilience action plan and collaborations with other Snohomish Watershed Resilience Action Plan staff.
• Collaborate with the ANeMoNe volunteer coordinator for southern Puget Sound to develop and implement a training program for volunteer participants.
• Establish and maintain robust community science partnerships for each ANeMoNe site in northern Puget Sound including continuing partnerships with community volunteers, nonprofit research groups, university and high school internship programs, and other community science programs.
• Seek out northern Puget Sound partnering opportunities with climate disaster-vulnerable communities.
• Work with partners on establishing and maintaining youth internship programs, and other outdoor experiential learning opportunities.
• Communicate work expectations, goals, achievements, and field safety regularly with ANeMoNe field staff and volunteers.
• Synthesize gathered data and information into reports and presentations under the guidance of the ANeMoNe Lead.
• Distill relevant findings with compelling data visualization to convey relevant facts and findings for communication materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related discipline, PLUS 3 years of experience in aquatic ecosystem science;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience building relationships with diverse partners, including members of the public, community organizations, and government agencies.
• Experience leading teams in the field, including developing and facilitating trainings materials.
• Experience with web or online communication platforms.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Knowledge of techniques for field data collection, sample processing, application of statistical models in data analysis, data interpretation, and communicating findings.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to use software to create compelling graphics, maps, presentations, and reports.
• Ability to effectively cope with change and make sound recommendations with limited information.
• Ability to summarize complex scientific findings suitable for presenting to a range of audiences.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• Work in inclement weather, on beaches, wading in rivers and lakes, over water on docks, and from watercraft. Also, work in workshops and in an office environment.
• 15-30% of the time includes day travel and some overnight travel to marine, stream, and lake field sites throughout the state, meetings, and conferences.
• A valid unrestricted driver's license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
• Driving vehicles including pickup trucks loaded with gear and towing trailers are required to transport to and from field sites, sometimes in remote locations. Driving off-road vehicles is sometimes necessary and operating boats is required. Ability to obtain WA State Boater Education Card and complete DNR Boat and Boat Trailering courses and task books.

Desired Qualifications:

• A master's degree in environmental science, oceanography, ecology, or related discipline, with a preferred emphasis on aquatic ecosystems science, plus 3 years of experience in aquatic ecosystem research.
• Experience with set-up, calibration, and servicing of underwater data collection instruments (e.g., hydroacoustic sonar, underwater video, temperature, light, and conductivity meters).
• Experience with sample processing, and data analysis with hydrographic or benthic survey data.
• Experience with accessing, extracting, and analyzing data from local, state, and national databases.
• Experience applying science-based recommendations to support resource management decisions.
• Experience in applying physical process models, habitat assessments, risk and vulnerability assessments, and empirical and statistical models for data analysis and
  interpretation.
• Experience operating, trailering, launching, and loading boats and possess WA State boater education card.

Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position - If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your past experience relates to them, please contact us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don't hesitate to apply! Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
  Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
  Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
  References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers- you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
  Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

Questions? Please contact Kyra Anderson at Kyra.anderson@dnr.wa.gov/360-790-4674 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov
About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington's lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our Vision - Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission - Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being -Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service -We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving - We solve our state's most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork -We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women's Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.
DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Veterans wishing to claim Veteran's preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22, or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State Department of Natural Resources 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. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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