Description

AGENCY PROFILE

State Parks is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve staggered six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system includes more than 100 developed parks, recreation programs, trails, boating safety and winter recreation.

Our Mission
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters, and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.

Our Vision
Washington's state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic, and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.

Washington State Parks employs more than 700 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee, and Tumwater.
This posting will remain open until filled. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply before November 8th, 2022, when a review of applicants will be completed. The hiring authority reserves the right to fill this position at any time after that date without notice.

Duties

This position serves as the Construction & Maintenance Project Supervisor for the Marine Maintenance program statewide. The incumbent will provide guidance, coordination, and supervision of maintenance and staff who perform maintenance on marine infrastructure, vessels, and equipment for the safety and functionality of the public and facilities.

Under the direct supervision of the Statewide Marine Facilities Manager, the Marine Crew C&M Supervisor oversees the planning, direction, and coordination of the Marine Crew's success in construction, renovation, remodel, repair, inspection, and maintenance of Marine State Park buildings, facilities, vessels, equipment, and vehicles.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serving as the lead and coordinator of maintenance for marine and freshwater facilities:
  • Lead and direct maintenance, repair, and operational development of marine facilities and equipment.
  • Coordinate with region maintenance managers and area managers on emergent and unforeseen maintenance needs of existing facilities.
  • Oversee statewide field operations for the Marine Crew on constructions and maintenance projects including docks, floats, buoys, and piers.
• Supervise:
  • Schedule work priorities and shift coverage, mentor, recommend disciplinary and corrective action, perform hiring interviews, and develop work plans and evaluations.
  • Recruit and hire trades and maintenance staff.
• Project Coordination:
  • Responsible for the coordination and completion of preventative, deferred, routine, equipment, and emergency maintenance.
  • Performs repair and maintenance work in trades including carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, water and vessel systems, and other equipment.
  • Develop and control marine operations budget for all assigned projects and repairs.
• Administration:
  • Approve timesheets, purchasing card logs, requisitions, training requests, leave requests, and prepare reports.
  • Maintain programs for budgets, cost estimates and track projects.
  • Perform routine inspections of facilities, equipment and provide reports to area managers/region maintenance managers as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

C&M Project Supervisor

• Two (2) years of experience as a Construction & Maintenance Project Lead or four (4) years of experience as a Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist or at least eight (8) years of advanced level experience in two (2) or more trades to include: building maintenance, repair, remodeling, construction duties, and mechanical/machinery.

**Two (2) years of technical or vocational training or education in a building/construction trade may substitute for up to two (2) years of required experience.

Marine Crew Supervisor

• Two (2) years of experience in the operation and navigation and/or piloting of marine vessels on waters governed by the U.S. Coast Guard.

**One (1) year of training from a federally approved merchant marine school/naval academy may be substituted for one year operating experience, providing the curriculum included navigation, piloting, and seamanship.

AND

• At least two (2) years of supervisory experience including directing the work of employees and providing performance feedback.
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.
• Washington State Boater's Card or ability to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
• First Aid/CPR Certification or ability to obtain within the first 12 months of employment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• US Coast Guard 100-ton master near coastal waters or greater.
• SCUBA certification and commercial diving experience.
• CDL Class A license.
• Experience working for Washington State Parks or a similar parks and recreation entity.
• Advanced knowledge of repair, maintenance, and construction techniques including the tools, methods, practices, materials, and equipment used in marine infrastructure construction and maintenance.
• Ability to perform advanced level work in a variety of trades to include proficiency reading schematics and blueprints.
• Expert level skills and experience with the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience managing small to larger multifaceted projects to include coordination of work to be completed, use of contractors/vendors, purchase and supplies, planning, and completion of tasks by specific timelines.
• Experience organizing and directing employees in project goals and objectives while tracking timelines and effectively communicating with all stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge and application of marine operations, environmental regulations, and all other rules and regulations governing safety, repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities and tasks.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
UNIFORM INFORMATION:
All Construction & Maintenance Supervisors are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Construction & Maintenance staff member and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All Construction & Maintenance Supervisors will receive 6 shirts within the first year (2 shirts per calendar year after the first year), 1 jacket every 3 years, 1 baseball cap every year, 1 safety vest every 3 years, and a clothing stipend of $200 per year, and a $250 boot stipend every 2 years. Uniform stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, rain gear, etc.

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs.

You must attach in your application the following:

• A letter of interest; specifically outlining how your education, skills and experience meet the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.
• Three professional references.

**All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.**

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified, and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

NOTE: Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.

This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/.

Diversity Policy Statement:

• 
  Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability.
• Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences.
• Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society.
• Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to all people of this state today and in the future.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strengthens our ability and commitment to serve all citizens.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a working environment that includes, welcomes, and respects diverse identities of race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and more. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are invited to apply. Persons desiring any accommodations in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hearing impaired may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this position, please contact Reid Parker at Reid.Parker@parks.wa.gov or (360) 480-9753.