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FULL-TIME/NON-PERMANENTSCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN 3 (ST3)TOUTLE RIVER BASIN LEADWDFW Fish ProgramToledo, WashingtonAnticipated Appointment Length: 4.5 MonthsSeptember 1st, 2021 - January 15th, 2022WDFW staff comprise a talented and passionate group of people dedicated to protecting Washington's Fish & Wildlife Resources.Become part of a dynamic and diverse team that is invested in making a difference in the conservation of Washington State's salmonid population throughout Lower Columbia River and its tributaries.Thrive on building collaboration and teamwork while leading a team and helping conduct adult salmonid spawning ground surveys.If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you then apply today and join the WDFW Team! Chum Salmon - Photo Credit: Alex BiswasWith that in mind,Picture yourself,monitoring the health and diversity of populations of salmon - including Chinook, Coho, Chum, and Steelhead.This is an opportunityto ensure scale cards, Coded Wire Tag (CWT) snouts, DNA...

FULL-TIME/PERMANENTFISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST 3HABITAT BIOLOGISTHabitat ProgramWenatchee, WAAre you a dynamic thinker and looking for a challenge? Do you want to review, and issue permits that impact fish and wildlife? If so, then join a great team that shares your interests!Our Habitat Biologistreports to the Assistant Regional Habitat Program Manager, this position implements the WDFW Hydraulic Project Approval permitting process, reviews and comments on environmental documents including DNR Forest Practice Applications and State Environmental Policy Act/National Environmental Policy Act documents.The incumbent is responsible for providing internal and external technical assistance within their assigned area that supports organizational efforts to achieve healthy, diverse, and sustainable fish and wildlife populations and their supporting habitats.Salmon Habitat Restoration Project - Photo Credit: Amanda BargWith that in mind,This dynamic rolemust keep management timely...

TWO (2) OPENINGSFULL-TIME/NON-PERMANENTSCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN 2WDFW Fish ProgramTumwater, WashingtonAnticipated Appointment Lengths:4 months:September 16, 2021 - January 15, 20223 months: October 1, 2021 - January 10, 2022Make a positive impact on fish, wildlife, and the environment! Thrive on building collaboration and teamwork while gathering data. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you then apply today and join the WDFW Team! As Our Scientific Technician, you will enjoy conducting stream surveys, collecting hatchery, and wild Chinook, coho, chum, pink, sockeye, steelhead, and lamprey spawning survey in South Puget Sound watersheds and in Hood Canal.* Sampling Chinook Carcass - Photo Credit: Danny WarrenWith that in mind,This is an opportunitytouse data sets to help determine hatchery vs. wild salmonid escapement estimates, run reconstruction, and forecasts used in fisheries management for both non-tribal sport and tribal commercial gillnet fisheries (stream survey...

TWO (2) OPENINGSFULL-TIME/NON-PERMANENTSCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN 2WDFW Fish ProgramMontesano, WashingtonAnticipated Appointment Length: 3.2 MonthsAugust 23rd, 2021 - November 30th, 2021 Make a positive impact on the conservation efforts to restore and sustain salmon, steelheads and their native habits!Be part of a dynamic and diverse team that is invested in making a significant difference in the future of Washington State's salmon and steelhead population.The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's (WDFW) mission is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and perpetuating the state's fish, wildlife, and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.Steelhead In Teanaway River - Photo Credit: Zack MaysAs our Scientific Technicians, you will work to achieve the agency's mission while demonstrating the following WDFW values:* Accountability, we hold ourselves and each other responsible for acting consistent with our...

Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenThe Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking for a Municipal Stormwater Grant Project Specialist to join the Watershed Unit in our Southwest Regional office. This position is located in Lacey, WA.In this position, you will provide financial and technical assistance to local governments for municipal stormwater projects in order to protect and preserve water quality in Washington State. You'll focus on watersheds in the Southwest Region, and particularly those in Pierce, Mason, Jefferson, and Clallam counties.The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health.Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations...

FULL-TIME/PERMANENT FISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST 2 (F&WBIO2) COLUMBIA BASIN WILDLIFE AREA ASSISTANT MANAGER WDFW Wildlife Program - Lands Division Grant County, Washington Study the effects of wildlife area management actions and help advance/improve wildlife conservation and management on the Columbia Basin Wildlife Area.  Monitor, restore, manage, and research wildlife, lands, and habitats.   Conduct research with current methodologies and experiments with novel approaches for the implementation of rehabilitation of native vegetation and development of food plots.  If you are passionate and dedicated to promoting the WDFW conservation mission on the Columbia Basin Wildlife Area, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Horned Lizard at Gloyd Seeps Wildlife Area Unit - Photo Credit: Alan Bauer With that in mind, Picture yourself assisting with conservation work on the Columbia Basin Wildlife Area by facilitating public recreation (e.g., hiking, hunting, rafting, fishing,...

FULL-TIME-NON-PERMANENT(11) 3.5-month - Scientific Technician 2 *03396-21Fish Program - Fish Management - Ocean ManagementWestport-IlwacoAnticipated state date is June 16, 2021 through September 30, 2021.Charter Boats in IlwacoDo you want to contribute to the agency mission by providing maximum recreational fishing opportunities while ensuring the long-term conservation of salmon and marine resources? Do you want to make a positive impact to the recovery of federal ESA listed anadromous stocks? If so, then join a great team that shares your interests!WDFW staff comprise a talented and passionate group of people dedicated to protecting Washington's natural resources while providing sustainable recreational opportunities for all. Conserve and protect native fish and wildlife, and provide sustainable fishing, hunting, and other wildlife-related recreational and commercial experiences -These positions collect recreational and commercial catch data used for short-term quota management...

Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenThe Department of Ecology's priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe.  We are still hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions.  The majority of our staff are currently working from home; we have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews. Are you looking for an opportunity to lead and innovate within a progressive, team-focused organization that values vision, strategic thinking, planning, customer service, enthusiasm, creativity and commitment?Do you have passion for solving business challenges through the application of technology? Are you looking for an opportunity to innovate? Does working with bright, talented and passionate people energize you?  Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Washingtonians for generations to come?The Department of Ecology's Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) is currently looking for an IT...

This recruitment will be used to fill a vacancy at the Tacoma Crime Laboratory.Application review will be ongoing, therefore applicants are encouraged to submit theirapplication materials as soon as possible.The first review of applications will be June 10, 2021Are you looking for:* Excellent benefits?* Career growth opportunities?* Opportunities to impact your community?* A culture of respect, commitment and trust?* An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated professionals responsible for providingsafety and security to the citizens of the State of Washington?* Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse perGovernor Executive Order 19-01?* Work/Life balance opportunities such as:* Infants at Work* Telework* Alternate Work Schedules* Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For information on this program click:Public Loan Forgiveness Program.About the Agency:The Washington State Patrolis a nationally accredited law enforcement agency made...

Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenDo you want to join a team of dedicated staff working to reduce toxics in consumer products? Do you want to help other Ecology staff, the regulated community, and the general public understand new regulation, including theSafer Products for Washington (SPWA) Program?The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking for a Safer Products Regulatory Planner. In this role, you will develop regulations and guidance, and coordinate rulemaking for the SPWA Program. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.The mission of the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction (HWTR) Program is to foster sustainability, prevent pollution, and ensure safe waste management of the millions of pounds of hazardous substances used and disposed of each year by businesses and households in Washington State. Over the longer term, we work with businesses and governments to achieve a system where waste is viewed...

FULL-TIME/PERMANENTFISH & WILDLIFE RESEARCH SCIENTIST 1WDFW Fish ProgramMill Creek, WashingtonRegion 4: Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, King & Pierce CountiesSalary listed does not include the 5% premium pay granted to all King County employees.In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for 5% premium pay for positions located in King County.Want to join a team comprised of talented and passionate people dedicated to protecting, restoring, and preserving Washington's salmon and steelhead and their natural environments?Does fostering partnerships among scientists and communities to inform natural resource management decisions appeal to you?As a Research Scientist you will be responsible for evaluating and developing quantitative salmon-habitat relationships and salmon life-cycle models in the Stillaguamish River, Snohomish River, and other watersheds of western Washington. These include watershed assessment models, integrated population models, GIS data, and...

6) On-call Non-permanent Scientific Technician 2Fish Program - Fish Management - Puget Sound ManagementNatural Resource Building1111 Washington St., SEOlympia, WA.98501The anticipated start date is June 1, 2021.Are you a problem solver that enjoys a challenge? Do you want to make a difference by making a positive impact on the environment? If so, then join a great team that shares your interests!We are looking for applicants who possess excellent people skills, the ability to juggle several high-priority scopes of work, and who want the opportunity to independently problem-solve.These positions serve as fisheries observers in the Puget Sound Commercial Salmon Monitoring Program, with anticipated assistance in the Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor fisheries monitoring programs. The onboard observer sampling programs fulfill agency fishery management commitments made during the 2021 North of Falcon/Pacific Fisheries Management Council proceedings. For 2021, similar to previous years, these...

Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenThe Water Resources(WR) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill two Permit Writer (Environmental Specialist 3) (In-Training) positions. The positions will be located in our Central Regional Office (CRO) inUnion Gap, WA.As a Permit Writer, you will Independently investigate water right applications, change applications, and permit extension requests. Write Reports of Examinations and make recommendations of approval or denial of those Water Right Applications. Independently investigate requests to extend development schedules on Permits and Water Rights Change Authorizations and recommend approval or denial of extension requests. The mission of the Water Resources(WR)program is to manage water resources to meet the current and future needs of the natural environment and Washington's communities.Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that...

The Department of Ecology's priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe. We are still hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions. The majority of our staff are currently working from home; we have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.The salary posted above does not include the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County.Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenAre you a creative thinker? Do you enjoy helping others to understand complex information? Are you skilled in translating complex information into an easy to understand message? If so, join a team that shares your interests!In this role you will be working with a highly effective, supportive team cleaning up a large contaminated site to protect the people and the environment of Washington State for the future. You will gain experience working with the public, local...

Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenThe  Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Emissions Inventory Specialist (Environmental Specialist 3) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.In this role you'll provide a very important function in support of air quality modeling and identifying potential impacts from pollution emission sources. As the Emissions Inventory Specialist you will work within a team to maintain, support and provide customer service for the Washington Emissions Inventory Reporting System (WEIRS). This involves data management, communication, training and troubleshooting with WEIRS users. Additionally, you'll work with the team to develop emission submittals to the EPA Triennial National Emissions Inventory (NEI) and the Washington comprehensive emissions inventory.The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard...

               Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenDo you want to be involved in protecting our environment? Our Solid Waste Management Program in our office in Union Gap, WA is looking for a Regional Planner & Financial Assistance Manager. In this role you will gain experience administering grant funds, project planning, assisting counties with strategic planning, and working with a diverse set of stakeholders. Many of these experiences and skills are transferable to other jobs that people might seek in the future. This position will be located in our Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA.The mission of the Solid Waste Management (SWM) program is to reduce wastes through prevention and reuse, keep toxics out of the environment, and safely manage what remains.Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective,...

This recruitment will be used to fill a vacancy at the Marysville Crime Laboratory.Application review will be ongoing, therefore applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials as soon as possible. The first review of applications will be on June 3, 2021.ARE YOU LOOKING FOR:Excellent benefits?Career growth opportunities?Opportunities to impact your community?A culture of respect, commitment and trust?An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated professionals responsible for providingsafety and security to the citizens of the State of Washington?Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse perGovernor Executive Order 19-01?Work/Life balance opportunities such as:Infants at WorkTeleworkAlternate Work SchedulesPublic Service Loan Forgiveness program. For information on this program click: Public Loan Forgiveness Program.About the Agency:The Washington State Patrol is a nationally accredited law enforcement agency made up of...

Full-Time/Non-Permanent(4) 9-month Scientific Technician 3Habitat Program - Fish Passage AssessmentNatural Resource BuildingOlympia, WAAnticipated start date is September 1, 2021.(Images shown are Pre-COVID, WDFW Staff follow current COVID Safety Protocol including the use of face masks).This recruitment is for four (4) Non-permanent, Scientific Technician 3 positions available within the Habitat Program, Fish Passage Division. The duty station for these positions is the Natural Resource Building in Olympia, WA.These positions will work alongside a diverse team promoting the conservation of Washington State's salmonid population. This opportunity is in Thurston County.Do you want to make a difference by making a positive impact on the environment? Are you a problem solver that enjoys a challenge? If so, then join a great team that shares your interests!Our ideal applicants will have a positive can-do attitude as they collect/sample data. In addition, the candidate will share our...

This position works in the field with at least 80% in office/labA little bit about us:The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) is Washington State's primary agency with knowledge and expertise in historic preservation. We advocate for the preservation of Washington's irreplaceable historic and cultural resources - significant buildings, structures, sites, objects and districts - as assets for the future.At DAHP, we help the cultural and historic resources of a community tell the story of its past, a past that makes any single community distinct from all other places. From lumber mills to schools, sacred landscapes to archaeological sites, rustic cabins to office towers, our historic and cultural resources provide everyone with a tangible link to persons and events that have shaped our communities and ourselves. Preserving these physical reminders of our past creates a sense of place, the result being an environment that instills civic pride and community...

Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenDo you want to make a difference for Washington's rivers, lakes, and streams? Are you curious about how sand and gravel operations, wineries, fresh fruit packers, boat yards, and drinking water treatment facilities operate?The Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking for a General Permit Manager to join the Watershed Unit in our Eastern Regional office. This is a great opportunity to learn about the Clean Water Act and water quality permitting, and helpfacilities reduce their impact on water quality and the environment. This position is located in Spokane, WA.The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health.Protecting Washington...