Responsibilities:

• Developing, maintaining, and implementing the unit’s 6-year forest management plan for timber harvest and silviculture activities.
• Supervising and leading at least 2 foresters.
• Identifying areas in need of prescribed fire or other fuels treatments.
• Analyzing proposed contract changes and making recommendations to the District Manager.
• Developing and fostering collaborative partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders to find creative and innovative solutions.
• Acting as the Department’s representative in reacting to constituent or business partner inquiries.
• Preparing and/or reviewing legal documents (SEPA, Forest Practice Applications, and timber sale contracts) and other internal agency documents for various activities for accuracy and quality prior to forwarding to the District Manager.
• Organizing, monitoring, and evaluating the work of region staff, and making any necessary program/plan adjustments.
• This position has the opportunity to participate in prescribed fire implementation and wildland fire suppression, although this is not a requirement of the job.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in forestry, natural resources management, or closely related field and 2 years of professional forestry experience OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience in developing forest management objectives and timber management planning in practice, and as it relates to associated agency policies and rules.
• Experience using forest mensuration and survey tools such as GPS, laser measurement devices, compass, clinometer, and other forestry equipment.
• Experience using software including ArcGIS, cruising software, standard office (Word, Excel, etc.) programs and mobile devices.
• Timber sales contract preparation and administration experience.
• Journey-level knowledge of logging systems and forest road construction equipment and use.
• Experience planning and assigning work, including setting performance standards and expectations and evaluating and documenting performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Travel may be required periodically as a function of this position.
• 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 forest management, forest operations, silviculture, or related natural resource science; and three years of professional forestry experience.
• Experience practicing forestry and silviculture tasks involved in the management of State trust lands.
• One year of supervisory experience with responsibility for assigning work, coaching, and evaluating the work product of other staff.
• Experience with timber marketing and financial appraisals.
• Experience utilizing forest growth and yield simulators.
• Facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Experience with employee recruitment and selection.
• Employee performance feedback, coaching, training, motivation, and employee development planning including corrective action tools and strategies.
• Knowledge of employment rules and regulations as they apply to permanent and non-permanent DNR employees.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). 
• 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 your 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.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates that move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email from 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 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.