Are you a dynamic leader interested in the challenge of leading, inspiring, and collaborating with professional staff that deal with a diverse and demanding workload within an energetic team? The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water (DMLW) is seeking a highly motivated professional leader to join our senior leadership team as the Natural Resource Manager 3. This position will serve as the Southcentral Regional Manager for the Lands Section and will be responsible for developing, directing, coaching, mentoring, and supervising approximately 34 staff with 4 direct reports. This position will oversee the processing of land and resource authorizations and conducting land stewardship activities in Southcentral Alaska.
Mission and Culture
The Department of Natural Resources’ mission is to "Develop, conserve and maximize the use of Alaska's natural resources consistent with the public interest." DMLW manages approximately 100 million acres of general state-owned upland and 60 million acres of tideland and submerged land. With a land and resource base that is larger than many states, there is a need for an effective and dynamic leader to guide a team of dedicated professionals on decisions authorizing the appropriate use and development of these lands. There are three regional land offices located in Fairbanks, Juneau, and Anchorage. This position is in Anchorage and is the Regional Manager for the land management of the southcentral region that stretches from Cordova to the tip of the Aleutians and north to the Alaska Range, encompassing the largest and most populated area of the state.
As the representative of the division for the southcentral region, this job requires active networking and professional communication at all levels with public agencies, boroughs, cities, native corporations, interest group leaders, interagency contacts, and the general public. This position needs to have or acquire a thorough knowledge of Alaska's geography, industries, culture, and special interests to appropriately respond to the variety of issues and requests presented by industry and the public. Because of the vast array of authorizations issued by this office, the incumbent will need to have or acquire a thorough knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, policy, attorney general opinions, and case law over time.
Core Responsibilities
In this position, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of enthusiastic land management professionals in processing applications for the use of state land that will range from high dollar-value resource extraction activities and power projects to personal driveway easements or commercial docks. This position is essential in overseeing the adjudication and approval of many of the authorizations that are critical to the economic development of the State of Alaska. This position also oversees the professional staff responsible for land stewardship, interagency coordination, and the development and management of public and special-use areas.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
As the Regional Manager for the Southcentral Regional Land Office, this position serves as a member of the Division’s Senior Leadership Team. This position has a key role in the management and development of state lands utilized by industry for a variety of commercial uses. The use of state tide and submerged lands is an integral part of the State of Alaska’s economy while also protecting the public’s ability to utilize general state land.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is in the Atwood Building in downtown Anchorage, with a private corner office on the 9th floor. The core office hours are from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday – Friday with an 8-hour daily work schedule and limited telework. The daily routine for this position consists of collaboration on projects in all forms, decision-making, mentoring, and policy discussions. The Southcentral Regional Land Office is a friendly and dynamic work environment that relies heavily on the incumbent to foster the growth of the staff, set the tone for a positive culture, and coordinate with the Director’s Office.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.- Leadership: A strong leader that will empower and inspire a team of dedicated professionals to adjudicate and resolve complex land management issues with the ability and willingness to manage and implement change. DMLW practices an Intent Based Leadership model. This position will be expected to provide a positive environment that challenges its professionals to propose solutions to issues and fosters an atmosphere that values innovation in developing those solutions.
- Management: Knowledge of the principles and practices of land management, personnel management, workflow, and public relations.
- Problem-Solver and Decision-Maker: Ability to resolve complex land management issues by effectively interpreting and applying statutes and regulations. Demonstrates a broad repertoire of ways to think about, understand and creatively handle complex ideas, problems, and situations.
- Effective Communicator: Ability to communicate through both written and verbal communication efficiently and effectively.
- Strategic Thinker: Views events and possibilities from multiple perspectives. Understands the bigger picture and the interdependencies and effects.