Responsibilities:

• Review and approve, condition, or deny Forest Practices Applications/Notifications.
• Compliance of Forest Practices Activities.
• Rule interpretation, pre-application reviews.
• Facilitate Interdisciplinary Teams of natural resource professionals.
• Participate in training and professional development.
• Creating and maintaining respectful working relationships.
• Thinking critically and strategically while also meeting deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

• An associate’s degree in forestry or a related field; AND four years of professional forestry experience;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience with GPS technology and GIS mapping products.
• Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Skills working as a team lead and member.
• Customer-focused skills.
• Dedication to a Safe Workplace.
• 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, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence
    
    

• Position’s assigned duty station is the Belfair Work Center. The majority (70%) of field work is performed on parcels under 20 acres in residential settings and some unimproved natural areas. Incumbent must be able to traverse steep, uneven terrain in all weather conditions. Approximately 30% of the work is performed in a typical office setting.
• Occasional travel for training sessions is necessary.
• A valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). 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.

• A bachelor’s degree involving major study Forestry, or related natural science, AND four years of paraprofessional experience in regulatory programs
  involving forestry.

Application Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents, please contact DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least 3 professional references with current telephone numbers, including your current or most recent supervisor.
• 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 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.