Salary
$56,856.00 – $76,416.00 Annually
Location
Thurston County – Olympia, WA
Job Type
Full Time – Permanent
Department
Dept. of Natural Resources
Job Number
2021-01-7316-00344
Closing
1/27/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
DNR INTERNAL ONLY OPPORTUNITY

Natural Resource Specialist 4, Conservation Easement Program Manager
Recruitment # 2021-01-7316.
This is a Full-time, Permanent represented, position

This is an INTERNAL ONLY opportunity for current DNR employees. 

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?

Are you someone who loves the outdoors and is passionate about natural resource forester opportunities in Washington State? If so and you also have a passion for helping forest landowners, and want to regularly use your practical forestry field skills, then we have an opportunity for you to join are team and make a difference! We have a vacancy ready for the right candidate to join us as a key member of the the Small Forest Landowner Office team that works within the Forest Practices Division.  The job is based in Olympia, but serves small forest landowners throughout the state.

Responsibilities:
As the Small Forest Landowner Conservation Easement Program Manager, you will use your organizational skills and drive to accomplish the goals of the program. You will work as the statewide program manager for the Rivers and Habitat Open Space Program, and be relied upon as the program expert for developing and overseeing the timber cruising programs used as the basis for establishing conservation easement values in both the Forestry Riparian Easement Program and the Rivers and Habitat Open Space Program. Working in both office and field settings, you’ll have regular opportunities to interact with other natural resource professionals and with a diverse set of private forest landowners

Who are we looking for?

The right candidate has:

  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Science/Management or closely related field and at least 3 years professional experience practicing forest management skills.
  • College course or six (6) months experience in both cartography using ARC/INFO or ARG/GIS and in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Experience with general forest management theory and practices including timber cruising methods and procedures; as well as measurement and marketability by species, grade, and defect.
  • Experience using software designed to gather and report timber cruise data.
  • Experience collecting data using a Global Positioning System (GPS) in a forest setting.
  • Experience creating a GIS database using mapping software.
  • Experience in preparing and administering forest management contracts.
  • Experience in resource protection buffer layout in a forested setting.
  • Demonstrated experience providing technical information to a wide variety of audiences including small forest landowners.
  • Working knowledge of business support software, Microsoft Office.
  • This position requires driving as an essential function. Essential means that driving is a fundamental, crucial part of this position and not a marginal function.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of delineation of Channel Migration Zones and critical habitat for state listed threatened or endangered species.
  • Current working knowledge of WA state forest practices statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and agency practices.
  • Experience with land transaction process (title examination, valuations, closing process, etc.).
  • Excellent public speaking skills.
  • Highly motivated toward accomplishing set goals.
  • Convey messages clearly and persuasively.
  • Experience working with small forest landowners.
The Location

One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located in Olympia on the state capital campus and minutes from downtown and the South Puget Sound.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected for most office activities. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to their assigned duty station for work activities or may be approved for telework based on DNR’s telework policy.
About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Our mission is to manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs economically and socially for current and future generations. At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.

DNR provides excellent benefits a few of those include:

  • Commitment to organizational health and wellness
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council
  • Leadership that empowers and supports employees
  • Work/life balance
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Educational aid and career development stipends
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
  • Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
  • Opportunities to stretch your professional skills
  • A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

How to Apply: 
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.

 Application Requirements:

  • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
  • Attach a resume describing you experience and qualifications.
  • Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
  • Complete all supplemental questions.

 

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.
Veteran’s wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching.  We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1139 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.  Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

 DNR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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 Questions?  Please contact Tamara Miketa at (360) 528-0015, tamara.miketa@drn.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov