Cowlitz Services Field Supervisor

Position Description

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The Tacoma Power Generation Natural Resources Team is growing!

We are currently looking to fill our Cowlitz Services Field Supervisor

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Tacoma Power is accepting applications for a Natural Resources Field Supervisor at their Cowlitz location. The Natural Resources Field Supervisor is responsible for the coordination and oversight of technicians and resources stationed at the Cowlitz Hydro project within the Services and Delivery workgroup. In this role you will work on priority projects and operational needs within Natural Resources providing support to our programs including fish facilities, wildlife and lands, science and research, water resources, data analytics, and report writing.

This role is dedicated to field work and in-person crew lead activities along with scheduling; coordinating with project managers and stakeholders; developing processes to create efficiencies; and supervisory, mentorship development and training of staff. This position is field and office based with significant time spent in both environments.

Responsibilities include:

• S upervise a unit of two permanent Natural Resources Technicians as well as seasonal staff. Plan, schedule and supervise work; provide opportunities for staff to learn and grow; perform work inspection and quality assurance; coach and counsel staff; conduct performance evaluations; ensure proper training and adherence to safety requirements; and recommend and implement hiring and discipline procedures .
• Serve as an expert on the Natural Resources team in guiding and providing front line field supervision by being an expert and field technician, leading crews and providing opportunities for staff to learn and grow from their hands on leadership.
• Collaborate with managers and Project Managers in Natural Resources to ensure that staff and resources are scheduled through resource management practices and processes that ensure efficiency and effectiveness for staff and the organization.
• Collaborate with Cushman Services Field Supervisor on scheduling resources and planning projects.
• Collaborate with external partners on project scheduling, data collection, and data management.
• Under guidance and in collaboration with the Natural Resources Service s Manager, develop systems to communicate project and operational priorities and resource constraints early so that this information can be used by managers to make informed decisions.
• Administer delegated portions of the budget related to field operations and assigned team; provide input into budgeting process.
• Work with Natural Resources Project Managers and training partners to identify areas that technicians require training and development prior to priority projects and ensure training and development is available.
• Lead and i mplement safety practices including swift wat er standard operation procedures

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience*
5 years of experience with wildlife, forestry, aquatic habitats, and/or Pacific Northwest Salmon ecology and recovery practices, including 2 years prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
First Aid and CPR certification within the first 6 months of employment
Washington State Driver's License

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience supervising staff, leading crews, and/or managing projects
• Strong communication skills including verbal, written, and active listening
• Experience conducting environmental field work such as fisheries surveys, wildlife surveys, or habitat assessments
• Familiarity with Pacific Northwest salmon ecology
• Experience collecting and managing accurate and comprehensive datasets
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to be adaptable and work efficiently across a large organization with many moving parts

This position will require:

• Working in an outdoor environment during all seasons and variable weather conditions
• Heavy lifting, extensive walking, and climbing in rough terrain
• Working in rugged environments such as streams and rivers, on boats, and in upland areas
• Remaining in a stationary position for 90% of the time with occasional movement to access office files, machinery and similar productivity tools (standing, sitting, walking).
• Constant operation of a computer, as well as use of a calculator, printer and similar office tools (fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions.
• Communication and the exchange of information with others (hearing, seeing, talking.
• Occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (sedentary work).

Work may also occasionally require:

• Movement around the work place to pick up objects (stooping, walking, reaching).
• Traversing, ascending or descending stairs, sloped terrain, or similar environments (climbing, balancing, walking).
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (light work).

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Position requires heavy lifting, extensive walking and climbing on rough terrain.
• Outdoor environment; subject to adverse weather conditions.

Apply
Interested individuals should complete the online application and attach an updated resume.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 1/6/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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