Responsibilities:
The selected candidate is a natural resources forestry professional with the title of Small Forest Landowner Regulation Assistance Forester. The primary role of the Regulation Assistance Forester is to provide guidance and expert technical assistance to help small forest landowners in preparing to conduct forest practice activities on their forest land. The position will help landowners understand and apply the Forest Practices Rules and Board Manual guidance, prepare Forest Practices Applications, landowner alternate plans, long-term applications, alternate plan templates, 20-acre exempt harvest activities, and other forest practices. The Regulation Assistance Forester will also perform non-regulatory forest road surveys to assess the condition of small forest landowner roads. The duty station for this position is flexible. The location of the duty station will depend upon the proximity of the residence of the successful candidate.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry, or related field AND two years of operational field experience in forest management,
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• At least two years of operational field experience in forest management.
• Current working knowledge of WA Forest Practices Rules and Forest Practices Board Manual guidance.
• Experience with general forest management activities such as forest road design and construction, timber management planning, silvicultural techniques, reforestation methods, and timber harvest boundaries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including teaching or public presentation experience.
• Experience working cooperatively and effectively with other agencies and organizations.
• Ability to use basic forestry tools (measuring tools and hand tools).
• Accustomed to working independently with little supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, and regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Highly motivated toward accomplishing set goals.
• Has the acceptance, cooperation, and mutual regard of the general public, external stakeholders, and other governmental agencies.
• Works well independently and effectively manages multiple tasks at different stages.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Work is performed in a combination of office, field, and classroom settings. With approval from the Appointing Authority, teleworking for a portion of work time is an option. The ability to walk over steep, uneven terrain under a variety of weather conditions year-round is required.
• Frequent normal duty day travel over a multi-county area is required, including rare overnight travel. The ability to drive significant distances in a variety of weather conditions, year-round, is required. Night-time travel 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. 

• Experience providing technical forestry assistance and educational programs to small forest landowners.
• Previous experience working with small forest landowners.
• Working knowledge of Small Forest Landowner Office Capital programs.
• Experience providing technical forestry assistance and educational outreach to non-industrial small forest landowners.

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.