WCC Crew Supervisor - 1 - Olympic

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Ecology's Washington Conservation Corps is seeking Crew Supervisor 1 positions to lead field crews in Olympic region. This project role focuses on supervision, safety, and habitat restoration across multiple counties.

Successful candidates will supervise recruitment, plan tasks, track projects, ensure compliance, complete required paperwork, and drive state vehicles. In-person field work, variable terrain, and long hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience equivalent to WCC field work, young adult mentorship, or leadership (e.g., outdoor leadership, crew lead, coordinating field activities).
• Two-year Forest Technology Vocational Program plus 1 year field experience with WCC or disaster response experience.
• Associate degree in Environmental Science or Studies, Forestry, or closely related field plus 1 year field experience with WCC or disaster response.
• Qualifying military experience can substitute year-for-year for field experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, and select new crew members; review, plan and assign work tasks for crew members.
• Evaluate crew member performance and provide feedback; outline expectations for professional growth; document performance issues.
• Track and complete conservation projects; monitor materials, tools, and equipment; communicate progress with sponsor and WCC staff; assign tasks.
• Submit required paperwork (timesheets, travel logs, safety reports, etc.); ensure equipment is used safely and maintained.
• Drive and maintain state-owned/leased vehicles; may include four-wheel drive pickups.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team supervision

Field program coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in Environmental Science or Forestry

Two-year Forest Technology Program

Job description

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Department of Ecology is hiring Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) Crew Supervisor 1 positions.WCCis an environmental service program within theShorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program (Washington Conservation Corps - Washington State Department of Ecology).

This is a project position that is funded until June 30, 2027.

Application Timeline:

• This is a continuous position posting. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and will be entered into a candidate pool. There may or may not be a vacancy at the time you apply, however, a position could open at any time. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
• Applications expire every 90 days. To remain in the WCC Crew Supervisor candidate pool, you must re-apply every 90 days.

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:

This posting will be used to fill vacancies in the Olympic region which includes Clallam, Jefferson, Grays Harbor, Kitsap, and Mason counties and is open continuous.

When applying for these positions, you are entering your name into a candidate pool. There may or may not be a vacancy at the time you apply.

Alpine meadows and mountain vistas, mossy rainforests, pristine lakes, rugged beaches, and varied coastlines characterize the westernmost region in Washington State. The peninsula is defined by Olympic National Park and bordered by the Pacific Ocean, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Hood Canal. Just across the water from Seattle and Tacoma, the area is a world class destination for outdoor activity and adventure and home to quaint coastal towns, local seafood, and a lifestyle removed from the urban hustle.

ONLY IN-PERSON, NO TELEWORK:

Schedule:

This position is required to work in the field 40 hours per week and is not eligible for telework.

• Typical schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 7:00am-5:30pm.
• Possible alternative schedule when traveling could be Thursday through Thursday, 10-hour days, with six days off prior.

What you will do:

Crew Supervision:

• Support and guide crew members in developing and pursuing career and education objectives. Support the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all crew members.
• Recruit, interview, and select new crew members. Review, plan and assign work tasks for crew members.
• Evaluate crew member performance and development. Give clear feedback on past performance and outline expectations for professional growth. Document performance issues and make recommendations for disciplinary action.

Project Management:

• Track and complete conservation projects. Monitor the use of materials, tools, and equipment, communicate progress with project sponsor and WCC staff, and assign tasks to individual crew members.
• Complete and submit necessary paperwork such as timesheets, travel logs, credit card logs & receipts, safety reports, production reports, administrative forms, hiring and termination forms, and member evaluations.
• Ensure that all equipment is being used safely and maintained properly. Equipment may include small power tools, such as chain saws, augers, brush cutters, etc., and hand tools, such as shovels, axes, rakes, etc.
• Drive and ensure the maintenance of state owned/leased vehicles, usually four-wheel drive pick-up trucks.

Working Conditions:

• This position often requires working in inclement weather, navigating rough terrain and wilderness areas, walking several miles per day, working on steep inclines and variable terrain, and lifting up to 60 pounds repetitively for extended periods of time.
• This position may require overnight travel to accomplish assignments, consecutive days of work up to eight (8) days in travel status, work in excess of 40 hours per week, or deployment to natural disaster areas in an emergency response capacity for up to 30 consecutive days.

For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website.

Required Qualifications:

Three (3) years of experience equivalent to WCC field work, young adult mentorship, or leadership (e.g., serving in an outdoor leadership or experiential education role, serving as a crew lead, coordinating field activities, etc.).

OR

Satisfactory completion of a two-year Forest Technology Vocational Program and one (1) year of field experience as a WCC crew member or work that includes emergency response to natural disasters, hazardous spills, firefighting, and/or habitat restoration.

OR

An Associate's degree in Environmental Science or Studies, Forestry, or closely related field, and one (1) year of field experience as a WCC crew member or work that includes emergency response to natural disasters, hazardous spills, firefighting, and/or habitat restoration.

Qualifying military experience can substitute, year for year, for field experience.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in supervision and training of employees, natural resource conservation and maintenance work, and the use of a variety of hand and power tools.
• Field skill certifications such as Wilderness First Aid Certification, Pesticide Operators License, and Wildland Firefighter Red Card.
• FEMA Disaster Response Training, such as Intermediate Incident Command System (ICS 300), and Introduction to NIMS (IS-700).