About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project. 
 
The Opportunity
WSDOT has an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about the environment and restoration to join the Southwest Region (SWR) Environmental Services team in Vancouver, WA. The Restoration Crew Lead will be responsible for implementing management activities at environmental mitigation sites and roadside restoration sites throughout SWR. This position leads the SWR Restoration Crew and implements all planned site management work and site restoration goals as established by SWR Mitigation Program staff. In addition, the selected candidate will provide reports and records of management activities conducted on mitigation sites, provide observations of site conditions, install scientific data collection instruments, and collect and summarize qualitative data.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Lead the SWR restoration crew to maintain and install environmental mitigation and roadside restoration sites in compliance with environmental permits and WSDOT policy.
• This position will accomplish and supervise site management activities including, but not limited to pesticide and fertilizer applications, vegetation planting and transplanting, stream restoration and fencing, irrigation setup and operation, pest control, tree and brush cutting/removal, pruning, mowing, minor grading, wildlife habitat structure construction, erosion control, grounds care and other related tasks. 
• Safety operates small equipment, chain saws, and weed eaters.
• Perform record keeping and work activity coordination with SWR Mitigation Program staff and the Headquarters Restoration crew. 
• Assist with restoration activity planning by providing specific feedback from the field about time and effort needed and specific recommendations for appropriate management techniques.
• Enter data into various electronic databases, workbooks, and calendars for restoration crew daily work activities and herbicide application records. 
• Maintain inventory to assist in ordering necessary supplies and equipment for completion of appropriate site management activities.
• Direct Department of Corrections crews working on WSDOT mitigation and restoration sites.

• Experience performing manual labor including lifting and manipulating up to 50 pounds.
• Experience working outdoors in inclement weather, uneven terrain and slopes, and work in high places wearing fall restraint harness.
• Two years of experience with regular pesticide application (including determining rates, mixing, and multiple application methods) and a current WSDA public or commercial operator license. 
• Ability to obtain the Public Operator, Right-of-Way Weed Control and Aquatic pesticide endorsement categories within 6-months of employment. 
• Ability to travel within the Southwest Region for projects site visits or meetings with stakeholders and occasional statewide travel for training.

• A Bachelor's degree involving major study in horticulture, restoration ecology, landscape architecture, environmental or urban, regional or land use planning, biology or natural or physical sciences or related field. OR 
• Associate Degree in one of the fields listed above AND two (2) years of professional experience in the fields listed above, OR
• Four (4) years of professional experience in the fields listed above, OR
• One year as a Transportation Planning Specialist 1 or Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Planning Technician 3, Transportation Technician 3, Landscape Designer 1, or equivalent classification in city or county agencies.

• Experience with irrigation installation, maintenance and/or repair.
• Commercial Driver’s License Class A with N endorsement without airbrake restrictions with a current medical
• examiner's certificate
• Experience identifying native and non-native plant species during active growth and dormancy.
• Two years of job-related experience installing native wetland and upland plant material. 
• Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Certified Inspector.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions throughout the Region per business needs.
• By issuance of proclamation, the Governor of Washington State mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes, however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov. 

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 11 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.  
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.