Natural Resources Region Manager
- Salary: $125,021 - $145,823 Annually USD Annually
- Apply By: Jul 16, 2025
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Environmental Services
- Forestry
- Human Resources and Personnel
- Natural Resources
- Management
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Summary
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Would you like to be part of an organization committed to a bright future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive? Are you ready to meet the challenges of a changing climate and ever-increasing demands on our natural resources? Do you hold equity, diversity, inclusion, and environmental justice as important values that are vital to mission accomplishment? Do you enjoy helping others grow and reach their full potential? Well, this may be your dream job! We are the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR), looking for the right person to lead the 427 permanent, non-permanent, and seasonal employees who comprise DNR’s Northeast Region.
What we will trust you with:- Lead the team that delivers DNR’s mission in the Northeast Region: manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
- Safeguard the health, well-being, and productivity of the Region staff.
- Demonstrate safety as the Region’s highest operational priority.
- Infuse principles and practices of equity, diversity, inclusion, and environmental justice into all aspects of Region operations.
- Support, inspire, and guide the Region staff as they work to accomplish DNR’s strategic goals.
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Job Description
- Serve as the Commissioner of Public Lands’ chief representative within the geographic boundaries of the Northeast Region.
- Serve as a member of DNR’s Senior Leadership Team.
- Provide outstanding leadership for a Region staff of 184 permanent, 21 non-permanent, and 222 seasonal employees.
- Oversee the implementation of DNR’s natural resource management and protection programs within the Region.
- Implement a proactive workplace safety program to improve employee safety awareness and reduce accidents and injuries.
- Lead and coach the implementation of DNR’s equity, diversity, inclusion, and environmental justice initiatives by Region staff.
- Establish and maintain excellent working relationships and communications with elected officials, local governments, Indian Tribes, regional offices of other state and federal agencies, and stakeholder groups.
- Develop and ensure proper utilization of a $49 million biennial operating budget.
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Job Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Commissioner of Public Lands’ chief representative within the geographic boundaries of the Northeast Region.
- Serve as a member of DNR’s Senior Leadership Team.
- Provide outstanding leadership for a Region staff of 184 permanent, 21 non-permanent, and 222 seasonal employees.
- Oversee the implementation of DNR’s natural resource management and protection programs within the Region.
- Implement a proactive workplace safety program to improve employee safety awareness and reduce accidents and injuries.
- Lead and coach the implementation of DNR’s equity, diversity, inclusion, and environmental justice initiatives by Region staff.
- Establish and maintain excellent working relationships and communications with elected officials, local governments, Indian Tribes, regional offices of other state and federal agencies, and stakeholder groups.
- Develop and ensure proper utilization of a $49 million biennial operating budget.
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Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Washington Department of Natural Resources
Show moreAt DNR, we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:- Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
- Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
- Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
- Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.
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