Strategic Planning & Recreation Manager - Environmental Lands

SOWELA Technical Community College; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife in Olympia, WA seeks a Planning and Recreation Section Manager to lead planning and recreation initiatives for over 1,000,000 acres of lands and 480 water access sites. The role guides a multidisciplinary team, budgets, and policy development while coordinating with tribes and state/federal partners.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to balance conservation with public access.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in land use, urban, environmental, or related fields.
• Five years of professional planning experience and one year of leadership.
• Alternative pathway: Bachelor’s with seven years of relevant experience and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the Planning and Recreation Section with policy guidance.
• Direct management planning for Wildlife Areas and Water Access Areas.
• Develop recreation policies and ensure public communication of rules.
• Represent agency in partnerships and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Planning

Conflict resolution

Team supervision

Education

Master's degree or higher in land use/urban/environmental planning

Bachelor’s degree + 7+ years experience alternative

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

SmartSheet

GPS (Garmin)

Job description

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife in Olympia, WA seeks a Planning and Recreation Section Manager to lead planning and recreation initiatives for over 1,000,000 acres of lands and 480 water access sites. The role guides a multidisciplinary team, budgets, and policy development while coordinating with tribes and state/federal partners.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to balance conservation with public access.