Ocean Shore Permit Specialist

Title: Ocean Shore Permit Specialist

Job Number: REQ-88983

Salary: $54,624 – $83,568 per year

Deadlines: 03/27/2022 at 11:59pm Pacific Time

Ocean Shore Permit Specialist

This position falls under the classification Natural Resource Specialist 3

Our Mission

OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.

Our Operating Principles

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.

What you will do:

In collaboration with Ocean Shore Coordinator identifies, coordinates, reviews, recommends, and facilitates corrective actions on ocean shore, in order to protect natural, scenic, and cultural resources in all seven coastal counties. Coordinates all ocean shore violation remedies and permit activities with tribes, private landowners, city, council, state and federal agencies as required.  In collaboration with Ocean Shore Coordinator, reviews, recommends and issues ocean shore permits including: Alteration Projects, Natural Product Removal, Special Use Permits, Motor Vehicle/ATV Drive on Beach, Beach Salvage, and Scientific Collection & Research Permits. Attending meetings to determine conditions and mediate conflicts factoring in regional needs, protecting important natural/cultural resources from human caused impacts.

Minimum Qualifications:

(a) A Bachelor's degree in relevant land use planning or natural resource conservation or management related to marine or ocean resources; AND three years of experience in land use planning, natural resource regulation, or ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection.  At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities.

OR

(b) Three additional years of related (pertinent) experience can substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.

OR

(c) A Master's degree in ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection or natural resource program area will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.

OR

(d) A Doctorate degree in ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection or natural resource program area will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.

The State of Oregon requires all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed here.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Ocean Shore Permit Specialist at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.

• Experience and expertise in environmental projects with skills and abilities in both land use planning and natural resource management.
• Experience communicating with the public, property owners, construction contractors, and local/state/federal agency staff to resolve complex and controversial issues.
• Knowledge of ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to ocean shore protection in Oregon.
• Skill in applying rules, issuing permits, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Skill in listening to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
• Skill in providing factual information based on observation, knowledge and understanding.
• Skill in common courtesy while communicating with others.
• Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
• Skill in the use of a personal computer and standard software packages, including mapping software.
• Skill and experience in partnership building and collaboration with diverse staff within and outside the agency.
• Skill in resolving customer complaints and park rule interpretation.
• Skill in developing and delivering presentations.
• Skill in practices relating to conservation, preservation, and protection of significant natural or scenic resources.
• Skill in thinking strategically and prioritizing complex and large volume of work.

What's in it for you:

This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
• Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required)

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Seal-Rock--OPRD--Coast-Region---Region-Office/Ocean-Shore-Permit-Specialist---Natural-Resource-Specialist-3_REQ-88983