Wildlife & Lands Manager
City of Tacoma•Tacoma, WA
About The Position
Tacoma Power's Generation division is seeking a Wildlife & Lands Manager to join their Natural Resources team. This position is responsible for directing, overseeing and implementing Generation-Natural Resources' wildlife, forestry, recreation, habitat, land, shoreline and cultural resource management on lands associated with the hydroelectric projects owned and operated by Tacoma Power.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental science, forestry, resource management, archeology or other scientific field related to assignment
- 5 years including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level
- Washington State Driver's License
Responsibilities
- Supervise and support professional development of Wildlife and Lands staff
- Set staff and workgroup goals and monitor performance
- Develop and implement scopes, schedules and budgets for capital and non-capital projects
- Create and maintain policies and staff procedures designed to direct the planning and implementation of shoreline and land use activities associated with Tacoma hydroelectric projects
- Provide FERC hydroelectric project license support involving cultural resources, wildlife habitat, and lands and shoreline management
- Oversee the preparation of maps, letters, reports, and management plans that pertain to FERC license implementation and land management
- Participate in FERC license negotiations and implementation coordination meetings
- Direct and participate in the management of wildlife, habitat and recreation mitigation lands as required for FERC license compliance
- Oversee wildlife and vegetation surveys, monitoring, habitat restoration and enhancement projects, wildlife lands maintenance habitat and recreation projects with volunteers, agencies, and TPU staff
- Active participation on natural resources management team to collaborate on initiatives and projects focused on continuous improvement of safety, natural resources processes, practices, and culture.
- Establish and implement wildlife agreements and management plans
- Acquire and monitor compliance with federal, state and local environmental permits
- Participate in educational, professional and public relations efforts
- Assist with the preparation and issuance of permits and easements on Tacoma Power property
- Assist with and support enforcement actions on Tacoma Power property.
Benefits
- Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
