Responsibilities:

• Independently assessing structures and private lands for wildfire risk.
• Building a strong and positive rapport with homeowners, landowners, Community Leaders, Conservation Districts, Firewise USA® sites, fire districts, and the general public.
• Positively represent the agency when interacting with the public.
• Implement the WRN program and assist partners in implementing WRN programs.
• Using GIS technologies to collect and analyze data.
• Assist and administer grants.

Required Qualifications: 

• An associate’s degree in a natural resource field, education, community engagement, or related field and 2 years of experience in community engagement, education, disaster recovery, fire ecology, or related field and building partnerships and coordinating projects with various stakeholders.
  OR An equivalent combination of education and experience in the above-related fields.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, and public records retention requests are followed.
• Experience presenting and delivering presentations, workshops, and educational programs, particularly those centered around resilience, public safety, wildfire preparedness, and risk reduction.
• Experience and knowledge regarding wildland fire prevention and suppression techniques.
• Ability to use a variety of different software for the position, including Microsoft Office, Adobe, ArcMap, SharePoint, and more.
• Demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with the media.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Approximately 50% of work is conducted indoors at regional offices or work centers (depending on work location), public events, and meeting room settings. Occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds can be expected. Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions while performing field work associated with community and regional resiliency work.
• Requires approximately 50% of the time in the field traveling between events, meetings, and fires in the region. Occasional overnight travel within the state is required but could be out of state as well.
• 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. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a natural resource field, education, community engagement, or related field.
• Knowledge of employment rules, regulations, and union contracts as they apply to permanent employees.
• Experience protecting property from wildland fire.
• The desire and ability to be trained to an NWCG “Red Card” qualification with various qualifications/certs.
• Familiarity with DNR assistance programs, grant opportunities, and community resources for disaster planning.

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.