Responsibilities:

• Plans, leads, organizes, and controls the work performed by the organization.
• Manages state trust uplands for highest and best use, while generating acceptable returns on investments, maintaining future options and protecting public resources.
• Practices risk management when planning, leading, and organizing work performed within the Straits work unit.
• Be an active participant in the region management team.
• Provides leadership in building and maintaining relationships with groups that hold a stake in how trust lands are managed within the work units.
• Mentor staff and provide a positive working environment where people are respected and valued professionally.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in forestry or a related natural sciences field;
  AND 5 years of relevant experience;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Knowledge of forest management objectives, timber management planning and silvicultural principles.
• Knowledge of Washington SEPA process, Forest Practices rules, laws and practices and associated agency policies.
• Knowledge of logging and forest road construction practices and technology.
• Ability to develop programs, timelines, and track accomplishments.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to articulate expectations, develop and mentor staff, and ensure accountability.
• Ability to monitor complex budgets
• 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

• This position works in the office and in the field. Field work requires driving on steep remote forest roads, traversing adverse terrain, weather, and active equipment on timber harvest operations.
• This position is required to travel. Overnight travel is required statewide 2-4 times per year, generally, in 1-2 night increments.
• 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.

• Experience making public presentations.
• Current knowledge of forest practice statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, agency practices and general forest management theory (such as forest tire prevention and suppression techniques, forest health Issues, silviculture; logging and forest road construction equipment and use: hazardous fuels reduction techniques, and public relations).
• Knowledge of agency business practices, particularly related to forest practices.
• Knowledge of agency policies, practices and procedures.

Application Requirements: Failure to provide 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: 3-5 professional references with current telephone numbers, to include your 2 most recent supervisors. 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 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.