State of Washington Dept. of Natural Resources invites applications for the position of:
Policy Program Assistant - Exempt
Administrative Assistant
SALARY: $4,000.00 - $4,506.00 Monthly
$48,000.00 - $54,072.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 06/10/15
CLOSING DATE: 06/30/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Service, Science, Sustainability
Under the leadership of the Commissioner of Public Lands, our work at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is done with the public’s interest in mind, which means transparency and public knowledge. Our decisions are guided by sound science as we manage state trust lands, native ecosystems and natural resources. We support the vision of a sustainable future by protecting and managing the natural resources so future generations will have them.
DNR manages over 5 million acres of state-owned land that includes forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. We generate revenue that supports public schools, state institutions and county services. But managing lands is only half of our story. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.
The DNR has an annual operating budget of approximately $187 million and has over 1200 permanent employees with approximately 300 additional staff hired during the summer fire season.
We have some of the most talented people in the industry. We honor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. We invite you to learn more about our culture, our careers, and why some of the top forestry and natural science professionals have joined Washington DNR by visiting our DNR website.
DUTIES:
Exempt Administrative Assistant
Policy Program Assistant
Recruitment # 2015-06-4866
SALARY RANGE: Up To $4,506 per month
TYPE OF POSITION: Exempt, Full-time.
LOCATION: Olympia, Washington
CLOSES: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Note: It is to your advantage to submit your materials sooner than later.
POSITION PROFILE:
This is a great opportunity to work in a challenging, fast-paced, executive environment. This full-time position will be responsible for handling the administrative functions for the Policy Director/State Forester, who reports directly to the Commissioner of Public Lands, as well as up to five policy staff.
This position will perform complex administrative duties that require independent judgment, accountability, confidentiality, organizational and prioritization skills, and outstanding interpersonal skills. The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Interacting directly with agency staff at all levels, executives and leaders from other public and private sector organizations, the environmental community, and other stakeholder groups; Interacting directly with elected tribal officials, executives and staff from Washington’s twenty-nine federally-recognized tribes;
Effectively coordinating executive calendaring and meeting management to include scheduling conference rooms, public meeting locations, meeting minutes, and other meeting logistics; Tracking deadlines and assignments for the Policy Director/State Forester as well as prioritizing incoming and outgoing requests; assessing assignments and involving necessary agency staff as needed to ensure completion of assignments in a timely manner;
Coordinating and managing the agency’s on-lline policy and procedures manual, including updating, ensuring appropriate review of proposed policies, and routing new or amended policies and standard practice memoranda for approval;
Coordinating correspondence, including drafting correspondence and organizing necessary information for signature documents;
Coordinating all aspects of travel arrangements to include detailed itineraries;
Assisting in special projects to include preparing reports, legislative testimony and other high level documents for presentations;
Providing main back-up for exective receptionist; and Providing other executive office support as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work with sensitive, public policy, and personnel issues while maintaining confidentiality;
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to multi-task, prioritize work for self, balance workload, meet short deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail;
Ability to anticipate executive needs, work well in stressful situations, and respond appropriately to emergencies;
Experience preparing high level documents, spreadsheets, and presentations;
Experience with state contract administration;
Proficient in the use of Windows Office Suite and SharePoint;
Ability to comprehend and interpret complex discussions and independently compose clear, accurate and concise notes;
Working knowledge of state government operations, the Department of Natural Resources, and the
Office of Commissioner of Public Lands;
Five years of administrative experience, preferably with three at the senior assistant level;
Excellent team player; and
Bachelor’s degree preferred
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately-owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the special position requirements for this position.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov
Submit the following:
Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment. The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
Carefully review your application materials before submitting.
You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.
Questions? Please contact Linda Heckel at linda.heckel@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.
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. 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.
To see more information regarding this Job Bulletin please follow this link:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1167159
Policy Program Assistant - Exempt
Administrative Assistant
SALARY: $4,000.00 - $4,506.00 Monthly
$48,000.00 - $54,072.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 06/10/15
CLOSING DATE: 06/30/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Service, Science, Sustainability
Under the leadership of the Commissioner of Public Lands, our work at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is done with the public’s interest in mind, which means transparency and public knowledge. Our decisions are guided by sound science as we manage state trust lands, native ecosystems and natural resources. We support the vision of a sustainable future by protecting and managing the natural resources so future generations will have them.
DNR manages over 5 million acres of state-owned land that includes forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. We generate revenue that supports public schools, state institutions and county services. But managing lands is only half of our story. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.
The DNR has an annual operating budget of approximately $187 million and has over 1200 permanent employees with approximately 300 additional staff hired during the summer fire season.
We have some of the most talented people in the industry. We honor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. We invite you to learn more about our culture, our careers, and why some of the top forestry and natural science professionals have joined Washington DNR by visiting our DNR website.
DUTIES:
Exempt Administrative Assistant
Policy Program Assistant
Recruitment # 2015-06-4866
SALARY RANGE: Up To $4,506 per month
TYPE OF POSITION: Exempt, Full-time.
LOCATION: Olympia, Washington
CLOSES: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Note: It is to your advantage to submit your materials sooner than later.
POSITION PROFILE:
This is a great opportunity to work in a challenging, fast-paced, executive environment. This full-time position will be responsible for handling the administrative functions for the Policy Director/State Forester, who reports directly to the Commissioner of Public Lands, as well as up to five policy staff.
This position will perform complex administrative duties that require independent judgment, accountability, confidentiality, organizational and prioritization skills, and outstanding interpersonal skills. The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Interacting directly with agency staff at all levels, executives and leaders from other public and private sector organizations, the environmental community, and other stakeholder groups; Interacting directly with elected tribal officials, executives and staff from Washington’s twenty-nine federally-recognized tribes;
Effectively coordinating executive calendaring and meeting management to include scheduling conference rooms, public meeting locations, meeting minutes, and other meeting logistics; Tracking deadlines and assignments for the Policy Director/State Forester as well as prioritizing incoming and outgoing requests; assessing assignments and involving necessary agency staff as needed to ensure completion of assignments in a timely manner;
Coordinating and managing the agency’s on-lline policy and procedures manual, including updating, ensuring appropriate review of proposed policies, and routing new or amended policies and standard practice memoranda for approval;
Coordinating correspondence, including drafting correspondence and organizing necessary information for signature documents;
Coordinating all aspects of travel arrangements to include detailed itineraries;
Assisting in special projects to include preparing reports, legislative testimony and other high level documents for presentations;
Providing main back-up for exective receptionist; and Providing other executive office support as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work with sensitive, public policy, and personnel issues while maintaining confidentiality;
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to multi-task, prioritize work for self, balance workload, meet short deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail;
Ability to anticipate executive needs, work well in stressful situations, and respond appropriately to emergencies;
Experience preparing high level documents, spreadsheets, and presentations;
Experience with state contract administration;
Proficient in the use of Windows Office Suite and SharePoint;
Ability to comprehend and interpret complex discussions and independently compose clear, accurate and concise notes;
Working knowledge of state government operations, the Department of Natural Resources, and the
Office of Commissioner of Public Lands;
Five years of administrative experience, preferably with three at the senior assistant level;
Excellent team player; and
Bachelor’s degree preferred
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately-owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the special position requirements for this position.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov
Submit the following:
Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment. The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
Carefully review your application materials before submitting.
You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.
Questions? Please contact Linda Heckel at linda.heckel@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.
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. 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.
To see more information regarding this Job Bulletin please follow this link:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1167159
