Restoration Manager, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)
Full-time, Project, Represented position (WFSE)
Anticipated Project is January 2026-June 2027
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $5,011.00 - $6,735.00 Monthly

Responsibilities:

The Restoration Manager's responsibilities include the following: 

• Gives technical support and data visualization for the restoration program, utilizing geospatial database platforms to track and highlight Restoration Program accomplishments. 
• Assist with coordination from project leads, with the development and implementation of various habitat restoration and derelict structure removal projects
• Assist with submersible remotely operated vehicle (ROV) program development, including data collection, processing/management, and data visualization. Coordination of field- and vessel-based data collection and operations with restoration project leads.
• Manages and maintains capital assets needed for the DSRP and Restoration Program, including trucks, trailers, vessels, submersible remotely operated vehicle (ROV), power equipment, and tools. Ensure equipment is maintained and operated safely.  
• Works closely with restoration project leads and partners to develop and implement restoration program goals.
• Provides timely communication to other DNR staff and external partners (including Tribal, state, NGO, and federal partners), and conducts education and outreach to the public.

Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management, forestry, geography, marine science, other science, engineering, land use or environmental planning, public policy, or other relevant field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 2 years of work experience in one of the following disciplines: environmental science, natural resource management, forestry, geography, marine science, other science, engineering, land use or environmental planning, public policy, or other relevant field.
• 2 years of recent work experience in GIS software, including ArcGIS, with a focus on creating geospatial databases, data collection, and management.
• Experience using spatial data to create compelling outreach products for distribution to project partners and the public.
• Experience managing multiple complex tasks, setting workload priorities, and completing tasks on time.
• Experience speaking and writing clearly and succinctly.
• Experience collaborating on complex and contentious issues in an active, respectful, cooperative, and professional manner.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.