For more information, please follow this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/3380574/natural-resource-specialist-2-natural-resource-specialist-1-in-training

Salary- $41,352.00 – $62,748.00 Annually

Responsibilities:

  • Timber sale design, including stream type determination, identification of potentially sensitive areas, boundary location and marking, reserve and legacy tree identification and marking, identifying appropriate harvest systems and locating roads to access landing locations. 
  • Preparing documents, including SEPA, FPA and other permits, GIS maps, pre-cruise narratives, and contract documents 
  • Contract administration on regeneration harvests, thinning’s, salvage sales, pre-commercial thinning’s, plantings, and herbicide treatments.
  • Forest survey inventories which includes: survival assessments, stocking, verify target, pre-commercial thinning and forest health.  

This may be filled as an in-training. The training plan is up to 24 months.  If you complete all elements of the training steps in a shorter amount of time, we may waive the remainder of the time required.

Required Qualifications: 

Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS2 In-Training) candidate has:

  • Basic knowledge of eastside forest management objectives, timber management objectives and silvicultural practices.
  • Knowledge of agency policies and Forest practices requirements for wetland and stream delineation for eastern Washington.
  • Knowledge of GPS equipment and ESRI GIS program to map unit boundaries and road layouts.
  • Knowledge of contracting procedures.
  • Experience working independently or as part of a team on assigned tasks, and adapt to changing needs.
  • Proven experience in computer applications such as Arc GIS, Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
  • The incumbent in this position is required to travel.
  • A valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates may be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years. 
  • DNR Core Competencies: 
    • Personal Accountability 
    • Value Others 
    • Compassionate Communication 
    • Inspire Others 
    • Commitment to Excellence 
  • All employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Vaccination status will be verified at the time an offer of employment is made. An accommodation may be available for individuals who have a sincerely held religious belief or a medical reason for not receiving the COVID-19 vaccination, based on the essential functions of this position.  

Natural Resource Specialist 2 will meet the NRS1 required qualifications in addition to the qualifications below:

  • Experience with eastern Washington forest management objectives and Silviculture practices.
  • Experience complying with forest practices requirements for wetland and stream delineation for eastern Washington.
  • Experience using GPS equipment and ESRI GIS program to map unit boundaries and road layouts.
  • Experience managing contracts.
  • Logging and forest road layout experience.
  • Shown ability to work independently or as part of a team on assigned tasks, and adapt to changing needs.
  • Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel or similar software.

Our ideal candidate will also have the qualifications listed below:

  • Proven ability in computer applications such as Arc GIS, Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry.
  • Contract Development and Administration for Timber Sales, Road Construction, Reforestation, Thinning or other Silviculture Practices.
  • Previous wildland firefighting experience, prescribed fire implementation, burn plan development and hazardous fuels treatment prescription implementation.
  • Knowledge of employment rules and regulations as they apply to permanent, seasonal career and seasonal DNR employees.
     

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). 
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.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

  • 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.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

  • 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.

Application Requirements:

  • 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. 
  • 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.
  • Complete all supplemental questions.