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.
• 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 them to the district manager.
• Organizing, monitoring, and evaluating the work of region staff, and making any necessary program/plan adjustments.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related field AND two years professional forestry experience.
  OR equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Knowledge of theory, policy, principles, and practices of the forestry profession as applied to the Northwestern United States (i.e., fundamentals of silviculture of Northwest species, markets and economics, cruising methods, sales layout, logging methods, engineering, plant nutrition, propagation and weed control, reforestation and intensive forest practices, recreation, multiple use, inventory, water quality, watershed management, and basic principles of fisheries management).
• Knowledge of forest management objectives and timber management planning in practice, and as it relates to associated agency policies and rules.
• Experienced in timber sales contract preparation and administration.
• Experienced in logging and forest road construction equipment and use.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Strong understanding of forest mensuration and survey tools such as GPS, laser measurement devices, compass, clinometer, and other forestry equipment.
• Strong understanding of software including ArcGIS, cruising software, standard office (Word, Excel, etc.) programs and mobile devices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Planning and assigning work, including setting performance standards and expectations, and evaluating and documenting performance.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Office 50%, Field 50%Field work may be arduous and includes navigating steep and difficult terrain in all weather conditions.
• 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, or silviculture 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 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.