Responsibilities:

• Plan, lead and organize the work performed by the Timber Sales section of the Product Sales & Leasing Division.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, personal/professional and ethical conduct, and support the State’s goals for a diverse workforce.
• Strategic and tactical oversight of the timber sales program statewide, including preparation/presentation of sale proposals to the Board of Natural Resources (BNR);
• Tracking forest product market conditions/trends and developing strategies/standards/procedures to maximize revenue potential on forested State Trust Lands while meeting sustainable harvest targets and related Board and department objectives;
• Continually evaluating timber sales process/tools and working with program/region staff to adjust as necessary to improve operational excellence and minimize risks to trust assets;
• Creating and maintaining productive working relationships with internal program/region staff and external stakeholders including regulators, purchasers, other agencies, tribes and others;
• As one of four members of the division’s leadership team responsible for setting program strategic direction, overseeing implementation of program and department priorities, as well as identifying division and program challenges and working with the leadership team, region and other program staff to determine and implement solutions.

Required Qualifications: 

• A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in forestry or natural resources; AND at least 5 years experience to include: forest operations and forest products marketing;
  OR a combination of education and/or experience equivalent.
• At least 3 years supervisory experience.
• Ability to foster and preserve constructive working relationships with internal agency staff as well as regulators, purchasers, and other interested stakeholders.
• Successful working experience in forest products marketing and/or forest management;
• Expertise in wood utilization and the collection and analysis of forest resource information;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Expertise in designing successful workflow processes for highly complex, multiple goal orientated projects;
• Proficient use of computers and agency software; this includes standard programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Assigned duty station is the Natural Resources Building in Olympia; the majority of time (~85%) will be spent indoors. The building environment consists of a cubicle workstation with a computer in an open area that is subject to loud noises from nearby conversations, telephones, ventilation and “white noise”. Occasional travel (~15%) to the various regions is required, which may include field settings. Teleworking is an option for a work setting and requires approval of the Division Manager.
• Position requires a minor amount of traveling (~15%) from Olympia to one of the six regions of the state or to meeting locations within Olympia or adjacent cities/towns. Overnight travel is required in this position when visiting some region offices and field due to long travel distances. Agency vehicles are available for use.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

• A Master’s degree in business, forest management, forest economics, or related field;
• Five or more years of forest products marketing experience;
• Expertise and practical working knowledge of negotiating, forecasting, budgeting, trend analysis, and sawmill operations
• Experience working under Washington’s Forest Practices Rules, and familiarity with the DNR State Lands Habitat Conservation Plan
• Ability to use stakeholder satisfaction as a key measure of success;
• Ability to view the success of the organization and team as more important than individual achievements;
• Ability to be accessible and responsive to stakeholder’s needs by phone and email;
• Ability to be receptive to new ideas and adaptable to change.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits 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.