Washington State Department of Natural Resources has a
Natural Resource Scientist 3 - Coastal/Aquatic Scientist opening.
Recruitment #2012-08-7105
Salary Range: $4,322 $5,668 per month
($4,192 $5,498 with 3% temporary reduction)
Note: From July 1, 2011 through June 29, 2013 a
3% temporary salary reduction is in effect for
most positions. This position is represented by
the WFSE. Once appointed to this position the
incumbent will be required to pay union dues or
other representation fees within the first 30 days of employment.
Open until filled.
POSITION PROFILE:
This NRSci3 position, within the Aquatics
Assessment and Monitoring Team (AAMT), provides
scientific support to the Aquatics Division for
the management of all state-owned aquatic lands.
This position, under the AAMT supervisor, works
as the lead scientific analyst, applying models
and statistically evaluating data to assess
aquatic ecological functions. The scientist in
this position works cooperatively with other
Division science and policy staff to ensure that
the states aquatic resources are managed in a
sustainable manner, based on sound science and in
consideration of the publics interest.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Analyze hydrographic and benthic survey data.
Focus will be on change analysis of bathymetric
and submerged aquatic vegetation data in
before-after-control-impact studies for nearshore and bedlands habitats.
Develop and manage effectiveness monitoring
database to access and analyze field sampled data
and data from deployed sensors.
Apply process- based, empirical, mechanistic and
statistical models for evaluating ecological
functions, of coastal, estuarine and shoreland systems.
Provide input data for decision support tools
developed to assess how management decisions affect ecosystem functions.
Develop maps, images and presentations for reporting and publishing results.
Apply for grant funding to supplement data
collection and research efforts in support of
adaptive management of state owned aquatic lands.
Liaison with interagency groups addressing on
contemporary resource management issues (e.g.
marine spatial planning, ocean acidification,
climate change, tsunami debris) affecting state owned aquatic lands
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES:
Applied experience with instrumentation used in subaqueous data collection.
Demonstrated experience with sample processing,
database development and data analysis with
hydrographic or benthic survey data.
Experience in applying physical process, habitat
assessment, empirical or statistical models for
data analysis and interpretation.
Experience with Geographic Information Systems
and highly comfortable working with spatial geodatabases.
Demonstrated experience in applying and
interpreting multivariate statistics in the
monitoring and assessment of aquatic habitats.
Demonstrated experience with project management
and technical guidance of staff through all
phases of scientific inquiry, including
developing and maintaining project timelines.
Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data
and convey complex scientific information in
written and oral presentations to individuals
with a broad range of technical abilities
Experience with research proposal development and procurement of grant funding.
Proficiency with a variety of data analysis and
3-D imaging software (e.g. Hypack, Caris, Fledermaus, Surfer)
A minimum of a masters degree and 5 years
experience in environmental science,
oceanography, ecology, or related discipline,
with preferred emphasis on ecological data
collection and analysis in aquatic systems.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Self-initiated, resourceful and scientifically curious.
Experience with Geographic Information Systems
and highly comfortable working with spatial geodatabases.
Experience with deployment of underwater sampling
equipment and sensors (e.g. video,
hydroacoustics, water quality multi-meters), and
the processing and analysis of data collected with this equipment.
Proficient with the use of field spatial data
collection equipment (e.g. Trimble GPS) for
surveying and data collection, associated software and data management
Proficiency with Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word..
Experience integrating data collection and navigation software.
Experience with 3-D data presentation.
Coding ability in R, C++ or other language used for data analysis..
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must have a valid drivers license and have two years of driving experience.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
Uses personal computers (word processing and
database software), local area networks, email,
voicemail, and electronic scheduler.
Flexible scheduling requires working in district
and headquarters offices and field work; willing
to travel up to 40% time during field season
(April-October) and somewhat less during winter months.
Work in inclement weather, wading in near shore
marine waters, lakes and rivers, sampling in
water, from docks and from watercraft.
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the
required qualifications for this position.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, please submit:
A letter of interest describing how your
experience and qualifications relate to the
position profile, required and desired position
qualifications, and special position
requirements. Please indicate in your letter of
interest how you learned of this opportunity.
Resume
At least 4 professional references including one
from a current or former supervisor (if
applicable) and one from a professional colleague..
A completed application DNR Job Application available at:
<http://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/hr_dnr_app.doc>http://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/hr_dnr_app.doc
and resume.
An online voluntary Applicant Profile
Questionnaire available: http://surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=905811603129.
(This form is not required and is submitted
online. Please do not print out and send in with application materials).
The first screening will be based on information
contained in your candidate materials.
Submit all materials by the closing date to: dnrrecruit...@dnr.wa.gov
Electronic e-mail submittal method preferred.
Please indicate #2012-08-7105 in the subject line of your e-mail.
Questions? Please contact Cinde Donoghue
(360)902-1718 or email dnrrecruit...@dnr.wa.gov.
Or other method to:
Melody Wolf
Department of Natural Resources
PO BOX 47033
Olympia, WA 98504-7033
By submitting the application materials you are
indicating that all information is true and
correct to the best of your knowledge. You
understand that the state may verify information
and that untruthful or misleading information is
cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed.
This announcement is published by the Washington
State Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The
DNR is an equal opportunity employer. Women,
racial, and ethnic minorities, persons of
disability, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans
are encouraged to apply. Persons with a
disability who need assistance during the
screening process, or those needing this
announcement in an alternative format may contact
DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360)
902-1097. DNR may be contacted using the
Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TTY) by dialing 711.
