The job pays well. Remember what Larry said years back at Bristol when the guy he favored did not take the job. The response back then was " are you crazy they still eat their young out there". Might have mixed up the words some but not much. The only guys I remember that could deal with Region 6 was RWS way back and Ron W and both are happily retired. By the way RW Stone was a pain in the ass to deal with but principled. Same goes for RW and he would set down and walk you through something not to change your mind but to allow you to understand the issue. What the Director needs is an Larry P he was as good as it gets. When you bring in someone like Cunningham it is telling because a guy like that will lead you down the rabbit hole.

What the hell happened to Loosee?

Regional Fish Program Manager - Region 6 - WMS Band 3 - Permanent - *08463-24
Salary
$97,112.00 - $121,440.00 Annually

Location
Grays Harbor County – Montesano, WA

Job Type
Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number
2024-08463

Department
Dept. of Fish and Wildlife

Opening Date
07/23/2024

Closing Date
9/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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Regional Fish Program Manager - Region 6 - WMS Band 3 - Permanent - *08463-24 description image

Title – Regional Fish Program Manager, Region 6

Classification – WMS Band 3

Job Status - Permanent
WDFW Program - Fish Program – Fish Program Management Team
Duty Station - Montesano, Washington – Grays Harbor County

Region 6 Counties Served - Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, and Thurston



This recruitment will be posted until September 3, 2024 - application review is ongoing, submit your application materials as soon as possible. This recruitment may be closed at any time.



Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!


A large Chinook salmon jumping out of the water with a red and white fishing lure in it's mouth.
Photo Caption: Chinook Salmon – Photo Credit: WDFW



Embrace this leadership role, lead, control, and direct regional operations for fish management and hatcheries activities and projects, including the oversight of staff, budgets, and programs.



As a valued member of the Fish Program Management Team (FPMT), you will facilitate cross-region and program-wide coordination and communications.



Responsible for making region-specific recommendations pertaining to:

Fish resource conservation and protection issues.
Permanent and emergency fishing rule changes.
Intergovernmental relationships with tribal co-managers, other state agencies, federal agencies, and local government entities.
Briefing and making recommendations to the WDFW Director and/or the WDFW Commission, as needed, on significant regional issues that have major political or policy impacts.


What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Regional Fish Program Manager of Region 6 will,


Manage the Fish Program regional work units.
Responsible for analysis of local impacts, interpretation, and implementation of Department and Fish Program policies and procedures in the region.
Assist senior managers in the development of agency and program policy, procedures, and regulations while taking into consideration local concerns, conditions, and impacts.
Responsible for controlling regional Fish Program regional budgets, operations, and allocation of staff resources.
Regional lead for development of fishing regulations to protect, restore, and enhance fish and shellfish resources while providing sustainable recreational and commercial harvest opportunities to support regional and statewide economies.
Working Conditions:

Schedule: Overtime exempt, expected to manage time within a typical 40-hour work week; adjust schedule and work additional hours to meet business demands and deadlines. Telework options may be available.

Travel Requirements: Frequent travel to meetings in Olympia and to various locations in the eight counties within the region. Occasional overnight travel will be necessary to attend meetings both in-state and out-of-state.

Customer Relations: Continuous daily communication with a wide range of internal and external customers, colleagues, co-managers, and public stakeholders.



Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Fisheries, Natural Resource Science, or a related field of study.

AND

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in natural resource management including the supervision of professional staff.



Competencies:

Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral.
An in-depth understanding of fish conservation and fisheries management principles, Endangered Species Act law, and leadership and administration skills.
Working knowledge of:

Advanced principles of management including development and implementation of policies/procedures and budgets, teambuilding, supervision, negotiation, personnel management, union collective bargaining agreements, oral/written communications, and leadership.
Principles of hatchery fish production and fishery management (recreational and commercial).
Biology and life history of Washington fish species applicable to the region.
The Fish Program, WDFW, co-manager (tribal), private and public utilities, and other fish/natural resource organizations/partners for effective communication and management.
State and federal statutes, court orders, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) applicable to fish resource protection, restoration, mitigation, enhancement, fishery management, and hatchery operations.
Values and perspectives of a diverse group of regional landowners, corporations, environmental organizations, constituent groups, and other fish population, fish habitat, and fishery stakeholders.


Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

Advance degree (Master of Science, or PhD) in Fisheries, Natural Resource Science, or a related field of study.

AND

Ten (10) years of professional level experience, including experience supervising/managing professional staff.



Your application should include the following:

A completed online application.
An up-to-date resume (chronological preferred) showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
At least three professional references with current contact information.


Supplemental Information:

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.



Important Note:

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

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