Responsibilities:

• Set workgroup priorities and schedule projects
• Lay out and establish new orchard sites
• Restore older orchard sites, including inventory and thinning
• Develop an orchard monitoring program
• Evaluate orchard cultural practices to find improved techniques

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, horticulture, or closely related field, AND one year of professional experience;
  OR, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Working knowledge of forest stand establishment practices, including site preparation, planting, and vegetation management.
• Working knowledge of tree maintenance and horticultural care.
• Experience navigating in unfamiliar remote areas using maps, photos, GPS, or other navigational aids.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Experience using computers and common software applications, such as MS Word and Excel, and ideally MS Access.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• This is primarily a field position that requires extensive work, sometimes on difficult terrain under adverse weather conditions. Office work is required and may range from 10% to 40%, depending upon the season and project workload.
• Worksites are located throughout the state, so overnight travel is often required during periods of fieldwork in eastern Washington, which mostly occurs late spring through fall.
• 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. 
• This position is required to obtain a Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s license within one year of employment.
• This position is required to live within a 30-minute driving distance of Meridian Seed Orchard to perform frost-protection duties in an effective manner.

• Experience working with seed orchards & seed collections.
• Familiarity with basic principles of forest genetics.

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.