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<p style="margin:0in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Environmental Assessment Program </span></strong>within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4319026/marine-benthic-invertebrate-taxonomist-natural-resource-scientist-2"><span style="font-weight:normal">Marine
Benthic Invertebrate Taxonomist (Natural Resource Scientist 2)</span></a> </span></strong>position. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">This position is located<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></strong>in our <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Headquarters Office</span></strong> in<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></strong><a href="http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/"><span style="color:#171F56">Lacey,
WA.</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Join our Marine Monitoring Unit in this dynamic role where you will perform specialized natural resource research focused on evaluating the abundance and diversity of benthic invertebrate species to assess status and
trends in the Puget Sound benthos. In addition to strengthening your knowledge base of Puget Sound taxa, you will frequently get out from behind the microscope to participate in a variety of activities including leading sediment field work, reporting results
via interactive story maps, and generating educational and taxonomic reference materials. In this role you will need to pay close attention to technical details, take initiative, possess effective communication skills with a wide range of audiences, and work
well independently while also embracing a team-oriented mindset. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Agency Mission: </span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></strong></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Program Mission:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"> The mission of the Environmental Assessment Program is to measure, assess, and communicate environmental
conditions in Washington state.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Tele-work options for this position: </span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">This position will be eligible for a tele-work schedule. It is expected that
this position will work both remotely and in the office as determined by business needs. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below
in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Application Timeline:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"> This position will remain open until filled, we will next review applications on <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">April
15, 2024</span></strong>. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">April 14, 2024.</span></strong> If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered.
The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. <br>
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<b>Salary</b>: </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A;background:white">$53,964.00 - $72,552.00 Annually</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#4E4C4A"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt">If you’re interested in applying for this position or reading additional information, please follow this link:<br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4319026/marine-benthic-invertebrate-taxonomist-natural-resource-scientist-2"><span style="font-weight:normal">Marine Benthic Invertebrate
Taxonomist (Natural Resource Scientist 2)</span></a></span></strong><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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