Responsibilities:

• Identify currently planned (Fiscal Year 2024-2025) cedar-salvage and hardwood-dominated sales in the Pacific Cascade and Olympic Regions.  Identify and design potential additional sales in these categories that can be offered for sale.
• Create and maintain a tracking system for costs and revenues associated with the hardwoods-dominated and cedar-salvage sales associated with this project.
• Identify key stakeholders and establish regular communications on project progress.
• Contract Administration: Ensure contracts offered under this project are completed in accordance with contract terms.
• Design reports to communicate key metrics and summarized findings for state uplands managers, and the Washington State Legislature.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or a related field;
  OR 4 years of professional-level forest management experience;
  OR equivalent combination of experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated regard for safety in all aspects of the working environment.
• Experience in applying 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, forest road engineering, intensive forest management practices, recreation, multiple uses, inventory, and water quality considerations.
• Demonstrated familiarity with current forest practices regulations, State Uplands Habitat Conservation Plan, and associated agency policies and procedures.
• Professional experience in the application of forest management objectives and timber management planning.
• Experience preparing and/or managing timber sales contracts.
• Experience with ground and cable logging systems, and forest road construction.
• Experience with, and understanding of Forest Practices rules, natural resources law, and practices.
• Demonstrated proficient experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with GPS technology and GIS mapping products.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pacific Northwest hardwoods and cedar salvage wood products.
• Strong written and verbal communication competencies, as demonstrated by these actions:
  • Conveys clear, persuasive messages that are effective in influencing the thoughts and actions of others
  • Conveys thoughts clearly and concisely
  • Keeps supervisor, co-workers and subordinates informed
  • Clearly and effectively communicates with individuals and groups
  • Addresses problems and issues in a professional and respectful manner
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Effective customer service skills to build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction:
  • Consistently demonstrates to customers an interest in solving their problems
  • Takes action to solicit feedback and assess performance with customer
  • Responds to an adverse customer reaction by developing better alternatives
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Field, office, and home office.
• Occasional overnight travel may be needed to complete fieldwork in remote locations. Travel needs are likely to be inconsistent and will depend on fieldwork locations relative to employee residence. The maximum likely would be 3 days per week; the more probable scenario would be 3-5 days per month.
• 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 or a related field and at least 4 years of professional experience.
• Experience working at a Hardwoods or Cedar Salvage facility, or experience procuring product for one.

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 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 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.