Yasama Nation
Overview
Announcement #
2025-304 |
Issue Date:
10-08-25 |
Closing Date:
10-29-25 Project Manager Lead Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP) Department of Natural Resources Hourly Wage:
$46.10-$51.88/Regular/Full-Time Location:
Yakima, Toppenish & Richland The Project Manager Lead will be responsible for the management, oversight, and supervision of a small group of project managers and engineers working on large fish passage and habitat projects across the Yakima and Klickitat River Basins. Projects overseen by the incumbent will include projects that present the greatest opportunities to improving the health of anadromous fish populations throughout the Yakima and Klickitat River Basins. The PML is responsible for managing all phases of project management to ensure efficient and effective delivery of supervised projects. A large part of this oversight will include interfacing with state, local, and federal partners to move projects forward. Due to the high visibility of the work, it is expected that frequent updates will need to be provided on projects to Tribal Council. The incumbent is to demonstrate strategic technical leadership, influence, and expertise that makes the most effective use of Yakama Nation Fisheries Program resources.
Responsibilities
Participate in planning and scheduling all aspects of multi-million-dollar fish passage and habitat projects. Provide authoritative advice and information on project status, progress, and/or problems to the Lower Yakima River Coordinator. Determine priorities, establish required schedules, and decide on methods and types of contracts necessary to meet project or task order needs, resolve disputes, and develop and execute procedures to improve program execution, organization of project teams, and coordination/integration with other Yakama Nation Fisheries programs. Determine the most advantageous statement of work provision for inclusion in contracts. Direct the procurement and management of assigned major construction projects. Determine the need for contract modifications to incorporate new or modified requirements or to overcome unforeseen circumstances. Incumbent determines whether projects will be accomplished by in-house personnel or by contract. Set and adjust short-term priorities and prepare schedules for completion of work. Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, considering the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluate work performance of subordinates and appraise staff performance. Provide advice and instruction to employees on both project work and administrative matters. Ensure all supervised project activities are consistent with tribal and federal policies and regulations. The Project Manager Lead will work frequently with US Bureau of Reclamation, NOAA, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Washington State Department of Natural Resources staff and other resource managers, including nonprofit organizations, conservation and irrigation district employees, city and county representatives, tribal colleagues and other state and federal agency engineers, hydrologists, and biologists. Regulatory work may include leading, reviewing, and providing input on federal actions through the NEPA process, federal consultations and permits such as ESA Section 7 consultation or CWA Section 404 permit and Section 401 certification, Washington State SEPA process. Attend public hearings and study sessions, many of which occur in the evening. Aggressively pursue grant opportunities to leverage non-federal dollars. Prepare and submit funding proposals to federal, state, and private organizations and complete financial and reporting requirements. Technical writing, design and implementation of fish passage, habitat restoration, and acquisition projects. Present restoration and monitoring findings in professional forums. Interact with private landowners and representatives of resource agencies to promote and coordinate habitat restoration and protection strategies. Travel to project sites and attend occasional night meetings. Ability to multi-task on several different activities; perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of life histories of anadromous and resident fishes in the Pacific Northwest. Knowledge of scientific disciplines related to fisheries and watershed management including hydrology, fluvial geomorphology, soil science, plant ecology, channel dynamics, sediment transport and their influence on stream behavior and fish habitat. Knowledge of federal natural resource management policies and law (e.g., Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, National Environmental Policy Act, CFR, etc.). Knowledge of state, tribal and local government permitting requirements. Experience with hiring consultants, independent contractors, contracted services, and purchasing of capital equipment and hardware. Technical and price proposal evaluation, bid non-conformities, cost analysis, and examination of contractor integrity. Knowledge of federal construction contracting administrative procedures, bidding procedures, applicable laws and regulations, awarding contracts, and bonding requirements. Ability to make formal, scientific presentations of original findings and the work of others, both orally and in writing. Ability to make effective oral and written presentations to non-technical audiences. Sensitivity to tribal culture and values and ability to collaborate with diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Experience supervising multiple employees and ability to uphold Yakama Nation personnel policies. Ability to handle difficult private and public situations with firmness, tact, and courtesy. Ability to travel and work outdoors under various weather conditions and perform physical labor.
Minimum Requirements
Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Fisheries Science or related field. Four years demonstrated experience as a team member or task lead with primary responsibility of managing construction projects or multi-objective investigations related to fish passage, fish habitat, or water resources projects. Experience in these roles must have included management of scope, scheduling, estimating, budgeting, tracking, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Preference will be given to candidates whose experience includes working in complex interdisciplinary settings. At least ten years of increasingly responsible positions in civil engineering, water resources, or fisheries. Must be physically able to work in remote areas under a wide range of weather conditions. Required to pass a pre-employment background check. Required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving Permit. Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Requirements
Experience leading large interdisciplinary teams and working with stakeholders across all levels of government (tribal, federal, state, local). Ten years of professional experience in project engineering or construction with experience in Northwest highly desired.
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Announcement #
2025-304 |
Issue Date:
10-08-25 |
Closing Date:
10-29-25 Project Manager Lead Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP) Department of Natural Resources Hourly Wage:
$46.10-$51.88/Regular/Full-Time Location:
Yakima, Toppenish & Richland The Project Manager Lead will be responsible for the management, oversight, and supervision of a small group of project managers and engineers working on large fish passage and habitat projects across the Yakima and Klickitat River Basins. Projects overseen by the incumbent will include projects that present the greatest opportunities to improving the health of anadromous fish populations throughout the Yakima and Klickitat River Basins. The PML is responsible for managing all phases of project management to ensure efficient and effective delivery of supervised projects. A large part of this oversight will include interfacing with state, local, and federal partners to move projects forward. Due to the high visibility of the work, it is expected that frequent updates will need to be provided on projects to Tribal Council. The incumbent is to demonstrate strategic technical leadership, influence, and expertise that makes the most effective use of Yakama Nation Fisheries Program resources.
Responsibilities
Participate in planning and scheduling all aspects of multi-million-dollar fish passage and habitat projects. Provide authoritative advice and information on project status, progress, and/or problems to the Lower Yakima River Coordinator. Determine priorities, establish required schedules, and decide on methods and types of contracts necessary to meet project or task order needs, resolve disputes, and develop and execute procedures to improve program execution, organization of project teams, and coordination/integration with other Yakama Nation Fisheries programs. Determine the most advantageous statement of work provision for inclusion in contracts. Direct the procurement and management of assigned major construction projects. Determine the need for contract modifications to incorporate new or modified requirements or to overcome unforeseen circumstances. Incumbent determines whether projects will be accomplished by in-house personnel or by contract. Set and adjust short-term priorities and prepare schedules for completion of work. Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, considering the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluate work performance of subordinates and appraise staff performance. Provide advice and instruction to employees on both project work and administrative matters. Ensure all supervised project activities are consistent with tribal and federal policies and regulations. The Project Manager Lead will work frequently with US Bureau of Reclamation, NOAA, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Washington State Department of Natural Resources staff and other resource managers, including nonprofit organizations, conservation and irrigation district employees, city and county representatives, tribal colleagues and other state and federal agency engineers, hydrologists, and biologists. Regulatory work may include leading, reviewing, and providing input on federal actions through the NEPA process, federal consultations and permits such as ESA Section 7 consultation or CWA Section 404 permit and Section 401 certification, Washington State SEPA process. Attend public hearings and study sessions, many of which occur in the evening. Aggressively pursue grant opportunities to leverage non-federal dollars. Prepare and submit funding proposals to federal, state, and private organizations and complete financial and reporting requirements. Technical writing, design and implementation of fish passage, habitat restoration, and acquisition projects. Present restoration and monitoring findings in professional forums. Interact with private landowners and representatives of resource agencies to promote and coordinate habitat restoration and protection strategies. Travel to project sites and attend occasional night meetings. Ability to multi-task on several different activities; perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of life histories of anadromous and resident fishes in the Pacific Northwest. Knowledge of scientific disciplines related to fisheries and watershed management including hydrology, fluvial geomorphology, soil science, plant ecology, channel dynamics, sediment transport and their influence on stream behavior and fish habitat. Knowledge of federal natural resource management policies and law (e.g., Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, National Environmental Policy Act, CFR, etc.). Knowledge of state, tribal and local government permitting requirements. Experience with hiring consultants, independent contractors, contracted services, and purchasing of capital equipment and hardware. Technical and price proposal evaluation, bid non-conformities, cost analysis, and examination of contractor integrity. Knowledge of federal construction contracting administrative procedures, bidding procedures, applicable laws and regulations, awarding contracts, and bonding requirements. Ability to make formal, scientific presentations of original findings and the work of others, both orally and in writing. Ability to make effective oral and written presentations to non-technical audiences. Sensitivity to tribal culture and values and ability to collaborate with diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Experience supervising multiple employees and ability to uphold Yakama Nation personnel policies. Ability to handle difficult private and public situations with firmness, tact, and courtesy. Ability to travel and work outdoors under various weather conditions and perform physical labor.
Minimum Requirements
Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Fisheries Science or related field. Four years demonstrated experience as a team member or task lead with primary responsibility of managing construction projects or multi-objective investigations related to fish passage, fish habitat, or water resources projects. Experience in these roles must have included management of scope, scheduling, estimating, budgeting, tracking, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Preference will be given to candidates whose experience includes working in complex interdisciplinary settings. At least ten years of increasingly responsible positions in civil engineering, water resources, or fisheries. Must be physically able to work in remote areas under a wide range of weather conditions. Required to pass a pre-employment background check. Required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving Permit. Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Requirements
Experience leading large interdisciplinary teams and working with stakeholders across all levels of government (tribal, federal, state, local). Ten years of professional experience in project engineering or construction with experience in Northwest highly desired.
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