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State Lands Forester<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Natural Resource Specialist 2\/Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS2 In-Training)<\/strong><\/p>\n Northeast Region \u2013 Colville or Deer Park<\/strong><\/p>\n Recruitment # 2020-12-6951, 7180<\/strong><\/p>\n These are full-time, permanent, represented positions.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Are you someone who loves the outdoors, and is passionate about becoming a natural resource forester working for Washington State? If you love working in the outdoors, appreciate a remote natural environment, enjoy working with a professional staff, and have good practical forestry skills with a proven ability for working as part of a team, then this is the job for you. The Northeast Region of the Washington Department of Natural Resources is looking to add two new employees to our team. These Natural Resources Specialist 2 positions will be located out of our Colville and Deer Park locations. These positions perform professional level forest management under the direction of the Silviculture Unit Forester. These positions work independently and has regular interaction with Foresters, Forest Engineers, other Natural Resource Professionals as well as other agency representatives, business partners and the general public. Responsibilities will include a combination of silviculture duties including: contract administration for herbicide applications, tree planting, pre commercial thinning, fuels reduction projects and forest surveys. These positions are also responsible for timber sale planning, timber sales layout, and timber sale compliance. Occasional fire suppression duties may be available on a voluntary basis. Responsibilities:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Who are we looking for:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS2- In-Training) candidate has:<\/strong><\/p>\n This level of knowledge and skill is typically achieved with:\u00a0A Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or a closely related Natural Resource field and two years of professional experience; or a\u00a0two year Associate Degree in Forestry or a closely related Natural Resource field and four years of professional experience.<\/p>\n Natural Resource Specialist 2 candidate will meet the NRS1 required qualifications in addition to the qualifications below:<\/strong><\/p>\n Desirable Qualifications:<\/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. This period may be extended with the approval of the Region Manager to a maximum of 36 months. Candidates will be considered as Natural Resource Specialist 1 (salary range: $3,446-$4,627 per month) or Natural Resource Specialist 2 (salary range: $3,887-$5,229 per month), depending on qualifications.<\/p>\n The Location<\/u><\/strong> Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) may be expected. The incumbent must have internet access and connectivity. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities.<\/p>\n Why work for DNR?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\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. \u00a0At 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?<\/strong><\/p>\n Application Process<\/u><\/strong> Questions?<\/strong>\u00a0 Please contact Adam McClelland at (509) 680-8517, Adam.Mcclelland@drn.wa.gov or e-mail us at\u00a0DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n This recruitment may be extended depending on the quantity and quality of the application pool. This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for sixty (60) days.<\/p>\n
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\nOne 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 Palouse. Your office will be located in Colville or Deer Park.<\/p>\n\n
\nTo be considered you must apply online at\u00a0www.careers.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0(Click on the APPLY button above<\/strong>). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
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