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Website link here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2731626\/state-lands-lead-forester<\/a><\/p>\n This position serves as a lead forester working with a team of foresters under the supervision of the Unit Coordinator. It works independently part of the time, but has regular interaction with foresters, forest engineers, other natural resource professionals as well as other agency\/organization members and the public. It has split responsibilities within the Presales program between timber sales layout and compliance. During timber sales layout it is responsible for the field design of timber sale proposals including harvest unit design, initial road location, and selection of harvest methods. Work includes the completion of presales documentation packets, containing maps, informational reports and environmental documents. It also serves as a contract administrator for DNR timber sales and road plan contracts. It must respond to public and other agency requests relative to state lands management within the district.<\/p>\n What we will trust you with:<\/strong><\/div>\n Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS2- In-Training) candidate has:<\/strong><\/p>\n Natural Resource Specialist 2 candidate will meet the NRS1\u00a0required qualifications in addition to the qualifications below:<\/strong><\/p>\n This may be filled as an in-training. The training plan is up to 24 months. If you complete all elements of the training steps in a shorter amount of time, we may waive the remainder of the time required. Candidates will be considered as Natural Resource Specialist 2, depending on qualifications.<\/p><\/div>\n One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the\u00a0Palouse. Your office will be located in Forks, Washington.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n At DNR, we value public service, innovation and creative problem solving, safety and well-being, and leadership and teamwork. At DNR you’ll support the vision of a sustainable future by using your skills to protect and manage the state’s natural resources for both current and future generations. As a DNR employee, you’ll work with the public’s interest in mind as we manage more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. But managing lands is only half of our story. We house the Washington Geological Survey, a dynamic program that is the primary source of geological products and services in support of decision making in Washington. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.<\/p>\n We are nearly 1,500 employees strong and dedicated to making DNR a great place to work. Our mission is to serve Washington’s lands and communities; build strong and healthy rural communities; enhance forest health and wildfire management; strengthen the health and resilience of our lands and waters; and increase public engagement and commitment to our public lands and resources. In partnership with citizens and governments, we provide innovative leadership and expertise to ensure environmental protection, public safety, perpetual funding for schools and communities, and a rich quality of life.\u00a0 At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally, economically and socially for current and future generations.<\/p>\n What makes DNR a great place to work?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nOlympic Region\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Forks<\/strong>
\nRecruitment #\u00a02020-02-7220<\/strong>
\nThis is a full-time, permanent, represented position.<\/p>\n\n
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