Responsibilities:
This position assists with managing the Department’s Wildland Fire Management Division. Directly supervising the Operations Assistant Division Manager and Aviation Assistant Division Manager, this position manages two large sub-divisions of the Wildland Fire Management Division. The position represents the Department on a variety of interagency and cooperator groups, including the Pacific Northwest Wildfire Coordinating Group (PNWCG), the NW Multiagency Coordinating Group (NW MAC), the Fire Defense Committee (FDC), the Western States Fire Managers (WSFM), and participates on various Department advisory groups including the Wildfire (WFAC), Forest Health (FHAC), and Utility Wildland Fire Prevention (UWFPAC) Advisory Committees.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Natural Resources with an emphasis in Wildland Fire Management, Forest Management, Forest Ecology, Watershed Management, and/or other natural resource management specialty/focus;
  OR a combination of relevant experience and/or education.
• 10 years or more of experience and knowledge of wildland fire management within the United States, including rules, laws, principles, and practices such as:
  • State and federal laws, budgets, and policies applicable to fire protection and suppression, smoke management, and forest stewardship.
  • Interstate Compacts and State-to-State Agreements.
  • Federal program structures and budgeting processes, including the National Forest System, State and Private Forestry Cooperative Programs, and hazardous fuels programs.
  • Emergency management principles and the roles federal, state, and local organizations play in preparing for and managing emergencies.
  • Various interest groups and partners affect each of the Division’s programs.
  • The role regulatory programs play in Wildfire.
• Knowledge of public sector management, including planning, organizing, directing, budgeting, policy development, legislative process, and personnel management.
• Successful record of achievement in supporting executive and organizational decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability of fiscal responsibility and accountability through budget design and management.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen interior and exterior partnerships.
• Experience working with diverse and competing interest groups to develop solutions and resolve conflicts around high-profile projects or issues.
• Advanced managerial knowledge and skills, superior leadership and collaboration skills, including the ability to listen, understand, facilitate, motivate, negotiate, and work skillfully in those settings to support a wide array of interests and objectives.
• Experienced in strategically developing and managing complex projects that meet multiple objectives, and seeing those projects from inception to completion.
• Make effective public presentations to both large and small audiences.
• Experience working with MS Office products.
• Knowledge of various interest groups and partners affecting each of the Division’s programs.
• Committed to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Performs assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The work setting is principally within the Natural Resources Building office environment and/or remote work environments.
• Generally, within the state, up to two times per month. Occasional travel within the US for national wildland fire meetings or trainings.
• A valid, unrestricted driver’s license and 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 of Science, preferably in a field related to DNR’s core mission (forestry, business, emergency management, or other suitable equivalent). Preferred wildland fire qualifications include experience with line operations and leadership equivalent to a minimum of Incident Commander, Type 3.
• Recognized experience of at least 10 years leading a dynamic, tactically oriented organization consisting of at least 50 members as an equivalent.
• Must operate with initiative at strategic levels within the department and the framework of wildland fire and emergency response.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of budget applications and fiscal management.
• Maintains an understanding of bargaining agreements and represented employee contracts.
• Applies strong operations-related project management skills in all facets of serving as a strategic leader in a multifaceted organization such as the DNR/WFMD.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: 3-5 professional references with current telephone numbers, to include your 2 most recent supervisors. 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.