Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Senior Service Forester, provide on-site or remote professional guidance and technical expertise to forest landowners (and forest landowner service providers) regarding forest management and structure risk reduction.
• Assist with facilitating landowner participation in financial assistance programs and forest health or fuel reduction contracts.
• Collaborate with other agency partners to help customize a plan of action for the landowner.
• Serve as a technical and professional resource for educational programs.
• On assigned projects, design work units on the ground for the purpose of utilizing funds within the cost-share program.
• Complete home risk assessments.
• Enter and provide documentation for all inquiries and services provided into the One Stop Shop Online Tracking Tool.
• Employee will be encouraged to participate in the fire suppression and/or prevention program during the fire season.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in forestry, natural resources, or closely related field from an accredited program AND 1 year of field experience in forest management in the Pacific Northwest or similar environment.
  OR an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 5 years.
• Experience in general forest management activities such as forest road design and construction, timber management planning, silviculture techniques, reforestation methods, and timber harvest boundaries.
• Experience using forestry tools such as measuring and hand tools.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office applications, and SharePoint.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), including ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Collector, and other mapping tools to document work and convey information to non-technical audiences.
• Working independently.
• Time management.
• Effective oral and written communications and can convey messages clearly and persuasively. Excellent public speaking skills.
• Organizational management – has a strong understanding and ability to organize efficiently and the ability to develop or use systems for tracking the implementation and accomplishments of several complex projects.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The assigned duty station is the Deer Park work center. The majority of work is performed alone in sometimes isolated unimproved areas and on forest or rangeland but may include office, field, and classroom settings. The ability to walk over steep, uneven terrain in a variety of forest environments, year-round, and statewide in a variety of weather conditions is required.
• Frequent and extensive overnight statewide travel is required to provide services. The ability to drive long distances in a variety of weather conditions, year-round, is required.
• 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.

• Working knowledge of silviculture and forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest or similar environment.
• Experience teaching or providing group presentations.
• Experience working in a positive, responsive, cooperative, and collaborative manner with the public and other professionals (both inter-organizational and interdisciplinary).
• Experience with government procurement rules, contracting, and administration.
• Experience providing technical assistance, education, and educational materials to non-professional audiences, especially forest landowners.
• Current knowledge of Forest Practices rules; Forest Practices Board Manual guidance; and DNR Forest Practices policies, procedures, and practices.
• Previous experience working with small forest landowners.
• Valid Certified Tree Farm Inspector certification.

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.