Habitat (Chehalis Section) Support Analyst - Management Analyst 3 - Project - 2025-07537
Title- Chehalis Habitat Section Support Analyst
Classification- Management Analyst 3 (MA3)
Job Status- Full-Time/Project
Appointment Length- Two (2) years
WDFW Program- Habitat Program – Administrative Operations Division
Duty Station- Olympia, Washington – Thurston County
Hybrid/Telework- Up to two days of telework may be available at the discretion of the supervisor.
Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!
This position plays a key role in supporting the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s mission within the Habitat Program’s Administrative Operations Division. Reporting to the Strategic Operations Section Manager, you’ll help balance priorities and coordinate vital technical projects for the Energy, Water, and Major Projects (EWMP) Division.
As a core member of the Chehalis Section, you’ll provide essential operational and analytical support, managing contracts, organizing data, and streamlining project coordination. Your work will help ensure smooth operations for some of the Department’s most impactful habitat and infrastructure projects.
What to Expect-
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Habitat Chehalis Section Support Analyst Chehalis Habitat Section Support Analyst will,
Provide Operational Support for the Chehalis Section
- Acts as an effective communications link and reliable source of information for others to create cohesiveness, collaboration, and clear communications.
- Develops and maintains the Section’s project schedule by collecting project information, developing and managing the scheduling database, and reporting to the Division and Chehalis Section Manager for direction on any adjustments or corrections.
- Collects, compiles, and analyzes information and data for internal and external reporting.
- Assists with budget development and updates.
- Tracks contract spending and communicates changes in work schedule that impact contract spending to Division leadership, Habitat Budget Staff, and Administrative Operations Manager.
Contract Support
- Serves as a point of contact for contract coordination within Habitat Program for EWMP Chehalis Section.
- Coordinates with relevant agency staff on Chehalis and ASRP contracts.
- Assists in the development and preparation of monthly and/or quarterly reports for activities associated with contracts through the collection and analysis of project information.
Information and Database Management
- Research platform options and makes recommendations to Habitat EWMP Division Leadership, Supervisor, and Administrative Operations Manager.
- Oversees development and implementation of the database.
- Creates training materials and provides training to staff.
- Manages and updates the database as needed.
- Assists in the development and maintenance of a database for training materials and a library of resources. Coordinates with other Habitat Program Divisions on material delivery.
Working Conditions:
Schedule: This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week. The standard work schedule includes the potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed. Alternative schedules may be considered based on business needs.
Travel: Limited
Customer Interaction: Frequent interactions with Habitat Program staff, cross-program coordination, and coordination with external partners for technical support and contract management.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience conducting research and analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations, or equivalent experience performing activities closely comparable to the key responsibilities of this position.
Note: Closely related qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for the required education.
Special Requirement/Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of agency training and/or certification dependent on supervisory direction, position need and training availability.
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:
- Two (2) years’ experience in strategic planning, process improvement, project management principles and techniques, and LEAN principles and techniques.
- One (1) year of experience communicating complex issues to top-level management and key stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint, and Adobe software.
Your application should include the following:
- A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
- An up-to-date resume.
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
- At least three professional references with current contact information.
Supplemental information:
In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:
Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:
- Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
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Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
- Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
- Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to diana.humes@dfw.wa.gov