Job Summary
Clark County is looking for an experienced Lands Program Coordinator II. The position is located within the Public Works Department, Parks and Lands Division, and is responsible for coordinating program and land management activities on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad and in the Legacy Lands program. The most extensive work will be with division staff and community partners on managing the current 7,000 acres of Legacy Lands portfolio, managing the Legacy Lands program, and coordinating future acquisitions. In addition, the coordinator will serve in a support role in managing the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad, which will require the management of a rail advisory board, and coordination with other division sections and other Public Works divisions to complete maintenance projects on the railroad.
The Program Coordinator works under limited supervision of an Engineering Service Manager III, the Lands Manager.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Program Coordinator II positions typically require a job related Bachelor’s degree; and/or a combination of experience and specialized training which includes a minimum of two (2) years of experience within the assigned area. A Master’s degree in natural resources management or related field is preferred.
Knowledge of: The principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations; project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; methods and procedures of budget development and justification; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the program area; analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, public information, and service delivery issues; local and state lawmaking processes; research methods and techniques; trends and practices within the specialized area; and personal computer applications and usage.
Ability to: Effectively plan, direct, and delegate program components; assign, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; delegate responsibility and authority to carry out policy directives of the governing authority in an effective and timely manner; write clear and concise reports, memoranda, and letters; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and formulate recommendations; utilize various PC applications at an advanced level; interpret and explain policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff.
Other Special Requirements: Some positions require a valid driver’s license and a successful criminal background check as required by law.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.