1 Community Conservation Department Manager Job in Lake Stevens, WA
Snohomish Conservation District is Hiring a Community Conservation Department Manager Near Lake Stevens, WA
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Community Conservation Department Manager
Terms: Regular, full-time, overtime exempt position (40hrs/week), with benefits
Hiring Salary Range: $78,000 - $88,000 annually
Job Classification and Range: Department Manager, Range 14
Priority deadline: Initial review of applications will begin Monday, June 5th. Applications accepted until
the position is filled.
Position Summary
The Community Conservation Department Manager will provide departmental and administrative
oversight, project management, and staff supervision for the Snohomish Conservation District’s
Community Conservation Department. The Community Conservation Department works with urban and
suburban residents throughout Snohomish County to develop and implement conservation actions in
their communities. This includes green stormwater infrastructure such as rain gardens and bioswales,
urban forestry, community wildfire resiliency, urban agriculture, and backyard wildlife habitat. The
Department Manager will provide technical oversight to staff, ensure high quality customer service is
maintained, and support partnership building efforts for each of the programmatic elements. This
position will report to the Executive Director and work in partnership with the Management Team.
About the Snohomish Conservation District
One of 45 Conservation Districts in the State of Washington, the Snohomish Conservation District is a
leader among peers with robust agricultural resilience, habitat restoration, urban stormwater, farm
planning, youth education, and community engagement programs. The District works with farmers, city
residents, rural and suburban landowners on a collaborative and voluntary basis throughout our service
area that includes Snohomish County and Camano Island. We take the mission of the District to heart -
“work cooperatively with others to promote and encourage conservation and responsible use of natural
resources” - as we implement successful and innovative approaches to getting real work done on-the-
ground.
Essential Tasks
These are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not
exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Work with the Community Conservation and Management Teams to develop the strategic vision
- Explore new and innovative approaches to natural resource management.
- Supervise a team of specialists and crew members. Develop work and training plans and
- Develop grant proposals for projects and oversee project implementation.
- Develop and manage project and program budgets utilizing internal administrative systems.
- Work with diverse partners, committees, and work groups to advance natural resource
- Provide technical oversight for project development, prioritization, and implementation.
- Provide high-quality customer service and technical assistance to landowners and residents.
Job Qualifications
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- A bachelor’s degree in natural resources, urban planning, or related field
- Ability to navigate and fully utilize on-line administrative software
- Proven leadership abilities and five years of professional experience, preferably working in the
- Experience in project and program management, budgeting, and staff supervision
- Experience managing contracts and consultants
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience writing successful grant proposals
- Experience with green stormwater infrastructure and community-based projects
- Ability to build relationships with the community and agency/organizational partners
- Knowledge and ability in conflict management
- Knowledge of local and regional conservation issues and associated ordinances and regulations,
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Preferred additional knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Master’s degree in natural resources, urban planning, or related field
- Experience in urban agriculture and urban forestry
- Experience working with underserved communities
- Experience in wildlife habitat restoration
- Proficiency in GIS software
- Experience with Smartsheet
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
This position includes both office and field work and frequent travel to job sites. Field work comprises
approximately 20% of the position. Some of the field work is conducted in a natural environment with
rough and sometimes dangerous terrain. This position requires the ability to:
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions and on rough or uneven terrain
- Drive a vehicle when travel is needed. Must hold a valid, unrestricted Washington State driver’s
- Safely operate a motor vehicle, including full-size pick-up and trailer, on both public and private
- Operate hand and power tools.
- Operate a chipper for a wildfire risk reduction program using best safety protocol (or have the
- Sit or stand for long periods of time in a standard workday
- Lift, pull, carry, push up to 50lbs
- Bend, twist, squat, climb, kneel/crawl, reach overhead, etc.
- Use finger dexterity and fine manipulation
- Hear and speak to exchange information in person, on the telephone, and via video conference
- Occasionally work beyond an 8:00 am – 5:00 pm schedule or on the weekend.
Benefits
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical, including vision, insurance coverage through Washington State PEBB. The District
- Dental insurance coverage through Washington State PEBB for full-time employees. The District
- A monthly contribution to a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) plan through Voluntary
insurance coverage.
- Life Insurance through Washington State Health Care Authority (WSHCA), with coverage paid by
- Long Term Care coverage through the WA Cares Fund, with premiums paid by the District.
- Long Term Disability through WSHCA.
- Additional voluntary supplemental insurance opportunities are also available.
- Annual (vacation) leave accrued at a beginning rate of 8 hours per month, 8 hours of paid sick
- Employer-contributed retirement program through the State of Washington Employees’
Retirement System (PERS) and the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program
(DCP).
- All employees are covered by standard State and Federal programs, including WA Paid Family
Medicare.
- Terms of compensation and benefits are set by the Board of Supervisors and may be amended
Work Location
Following a successful probationary period, there may be an option to work remotely part of the time.
Some essential functions of this position require in-office or on-site work at specific times.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials via our website at
https://snohomishcd.org/employment:
- Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position
- CV or resume detailing your related experience
- 1-2 page writing sample
If you have questions about applying or need accommodation during the application process, contact
Sarah Jones at hr@snohomishcd.org or (360) 722-2679.
Applications will be reviewed beginning June 5, 2023. Position open until filled.
We strive to work in partnership with all, to provide equitable and accessible programming on a
nondiscriminatory basis, and to continually improve how we do so. All programs and services of the
Snohomish Conservation District are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age,
disability, or genetic information.
Job Summary
Full Time
Business Services
$92k-123k (estimate)
05/14/2023
05/13/2024
snohomishcd.org
LAKE STEVENS, WA
1,000 - 3,000
1861
Private
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$500M - $1B
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