Please Post. ________________________________________________________________________ _________________ Appointment Type: Project (Limited Duration)
Working Time: Full Time Reference Code: NB00009785I Opening Date: 02/15/2008 Closing Date: 02/29/2008 Project Lead- Extensive Riparian Monitoring (ES3), Dept. of Ecology, Lacey WA $3228-$4237 per month (Range 49) Agency Information MISSION & VISION The Department of Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land and water for current and future generations. This means protecting both humans and the environment from pollution; restoring and preserving important ecosystems that sustain life; and finding ways to meet human needs without destroying environmental resources and functions. Fundamental to achieving these results lies in our everyday interaction with citizens, stakeholders, and the public we regulate. We treat our customers as partners and collaborators: provide respectful and prompt service; explore creative solutions for the best results; and act with integrity. Also critical is maintaining effective infrastructures and a workforce that is committed, productive and successful. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. The citizens of Washington trust that the Department of Ecology supports and assists them in promoting the sustainable environmental and economic well being of the state. That trust, coupled with our effectiveness, helps Ecology to continue to receive the support it needs to advance our environmental mission. To learn more about our Agency, please visit our website at: www.ecy.wa.gov POSITION INFORMATION: There is one current vacancy with the Department of Ecology, Environmental Assessment Program, headquarters in Lacey, WA. The mission of the Environmental Assessment Program is to measure and assess environmental conditions in Washington State for the purpose of providing credible science to guide environmental decisions. This position serves as the lead position for the Extensive Temperature Monitoring project. Work will be evenly split between field work conducted in remote, rugged forested terrain, often requiring long drives, and office-based data compilation and processing, analysis, and report writing. This is Project employment. The funding for this project is expected to last until June 30, 2008. It is anticipated that funding will be secured through June 2009. When the funding runs out the project will be eliminated. Requisition Title: 4610 523G ES3 NB00009785 Duties This position will be assigned several areas of responsibility - Plan and organize logistics for field season, assist in recruitment of seasonal staff. Conduct and oversee field work consisting of installation and downloading of in situ temperature monitors in remote forested streams and collection of stream channel and riparian stand measurements. Compile field data, perform quality assurance data review, store data in database. Analyze data according to study plan, and publish in an agency report. Qualifications REQUIRED A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field and two years of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Additional qualifying experience will substitute, year for year, for education. A Master's degree in one of the above fields will substitute for one year of the required experience. OR A Ph.D. in one of the above fields. OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2. DESIRED Knowledge of Environmental Monitoring and Assessment Program (EMAP) sampling design, field methods, and data analysis methods. Experience conducting stream surveys, including: channel measurements, canopy cover, and large, woody debris surveys. Experience working in remote, rugged locations. Experience with database management, statistical analysis, and report writing. Experience with GIS software and GPS equipment. Requisition Title: 4610 523G ES3 NB00009785 Special Notes To ensure consideration for this position, you must apply electronically at www.careers.wa.gov using reference code NB00009785* and submit the following materials as attachments (ATTACHMENTS TAB) by February 29, 2008. A letter of interest describing how you meet the requirements for this position, using a maximum of 2000 words. Please provide clear, detailed information that addresses the duties of the position and the desirable qualifications. A resume A list of three work-related references (i.e., Supervisor, Peer, Constituent) Answers to the following questions: 1. Describe your experience with conducting surveys of aquatic habitat. 2. Describe your experience using Geographic Information Systems software and GPS equipment. 3. Describe your experience with organizing and analyzing data. By submitting a completed application package to this announcement you are acknowledging that all answers, statements and any other materials you have submitted to apply for this job are true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that the State may verify this information and that untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information UNION SECURITY This position is covered by a union shop provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) and pay dues or as a non-member pay agency shop fee, non-association fee or a representation fee. The union shop provision shall be effective no later than the 30th day following the effective date of the appointment. For more information: http://www.dop.wa.gov/JobSeekers/UnionInformation.htm The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (360) 664-6211. For questions about this recruitment call (360) 407-6186. Requisition Title: 4610 523G ES3 NB00009785 Jack Janisch Environmental Assessment Program Washington Dept. of Ecology P.O. Box 47710, Mailstop 47600 Olympia, WA 98554-7710 360.407.6649
