Natural Resource Specialist

Prepared on March 16, 2026

Department	Natural Resources
Reports To	Natural Resource Manager
FLSA Status	Exempt
Salary	$61,500 - $66,743 DOQ

Summary

This is a multi-disciplinary environmental/natural resource position. The Natural Resource Specialist is responsible for addressing water quality program, land resources, implementing the fisheries program, as well as forest management issues on the Shoalwater Bay Indian Reservation and other Tribally owned property. Performing field and office work associated with multi-disciplinary assessments of natural resources features, implementing natural resource projects, managing the Tribal lands to improve and protect natural resources. This position coordinates projects with other agencies, local and tribal governments and contractors. Works to develop and maintain standard operating procedures for environmental compliance; obtains, interprets and communicates environmental regulations to which the Tribe is subject. Responsibilities may include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following, other duties may be assigned.

Represents the Natural Resources Program to other governmental and non-governmental agencies, organizations, Tribes, staff and the general public.
Develops and maintains records, reports and documents related to program activities, resource inventories and management data.
Ensures that the CEO/Tribal Administrator and Tribal Council have the information and assistance necessary to assess and respond to the actions or decisions of other public, private or special interest groups which might affect the Tribe’s management of natural resources.
Implement the Tribes Environmental Code Title 23, 24 and be prepared to issue permits and to enforce all of the Tribe’s environmental codes and ordinances.
Manage contracts and ensure compliance with outside vendors when needed.
Review laws and regulations, analyze situations quickly and provide recommendations for action.
Greenhouse activities and native plant restoration, planning.
Develop and implement environmental monitoring, facility or site assessment and corrective action programs.
Manage field environmental monitoring, investigation and remediation activities.
Provide technical expertise related to environmental programs.
Possess and maintain WSDA Pesticide Applicators license, with aquatic endorsement, maintain EPA pesticide general permit and reporting.
Control and remove noxious weeds and animals, maintain reporting and tracking.
Collects, processes and monitors water quality activities.
Assist with any aspects of Hazardous Waste Management program.
Perform Environmental and Wetland Assessments or oversee contractors performing environmental and/or wetland assessments.
Assist or coordinate habitat protection and fisheries protection efforts on Tribal lands (on and off Reservation).
Assist or coordinate forest application permit reviews.
Forest management activities including attending meetings with forest practice technical staff, planning and development.
Assist and/or coordinate all aspects of fish and forest activities, interfacing with the State and Federal agencies and other stakeholders to assure Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribal participation in both federal and state funded programs.
Read and interpret applicable environmental permits, laws and regulations.
Work closely with the Tribe’s Cultural and Heritage Program Directors with any and all culturally related activities.
Submit/ write clear and concise technical reports and memos based on field inspections.
Maintain confidentiality of all privileged information.
Other duties may as assigned.

Supervisory Requirements

May oversee seasonal staff. Responsibilities may include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Experience and Eduction

Bachelors degree with significant course work in natural resources, environmental science, biology, and/ or forestry; OR Four additional years of related forestry, hydrology, environmental or related natural resource field experience.

Skills

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write reports at EPA standards and write field reports or HazMat tracking reports.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: College level that relates to the scientific reports required of this position.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

HazMat certification

Essential Competencies

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Designs work flows and procedures.

Project Management – Develops project plans. Coordinates projects. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time and budget. Manages project team activities.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Works well in group problem solving situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintain confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control. Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Effectively influences actions and opinions of others. Accepts feedback from others.

Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments.

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Keep commitments. Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Supports organizations goals and values.

Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time. Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly.

Knowledge of two or more of the following areas but not limited to that; Forestry & Fisheries knowledge/experience, water quality monitoring & compliance reporting, wetland issues, HazMat certification/experience environmental maintenance/monitoring. Assist with project development, coordination with other tribes, organization and agencies. Other duties may be assigned. Ability to delineate wetlands a plus

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Perform field work from taking samples and packing them into coolers that can weigh up to 50 lbs, Traverse rugged terrain in the forest and on the beaches. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Indoor office and outdoor field environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At-Will Employment

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

The employment relationship with Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe is voluntary; there is no specified length of employment. Accordingly, either the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe or the employee may terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause, at any time, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

Indian preference will be exercised in the hiring of this position in accordance with Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe’s policy 181 within the Tribes Employee Handbook.

Benefits

After 60 days of employment

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
Short term disability
Long term disability
Disability resources

After 90 days of employment use of

Annual Leave accrual
Sick Leave accrual
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Paid Holidays

After 1 year of employment

401K contribution

Work Location	Work on Location Premises 2373 Tokeland Rd Tokeland, WA 98590
Job Posting Valid Through	Valid until filled
Position Start Date	Immediately