Responsibilities:

• Planning and directing the operation of the statewide DNR Small Forest Landowner Office.
• Developing new, long-lasting partnerships and connections with small forest landowners and educating them about technical and financial assistance programs.
• Providing leadership, supervision, direction, coordination, and program planning to statewide SFLO staff to achieve small forest landowner program objectives.
• Using interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to develop relationships rooted in acceptance, cooperation, and mutual regard with the public, external partners, and other governmental agencies.
• Setting and maintaining focus on program priorities.
• Ensuring the successful implementation of the Forestry Riparian Easement Program (FREP), the Rivers and Habitat Open Space Program (RHOSP), and the Family Forest Fish Passage Program (FFFPP).
• Overseeing the Small Forest Landowner Regulation Assistance Program.
• Overseeing the SFLO Education and Outreach Program.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Science/Management, or closely related field, AND four years of experience supervising professional staff in a natural resource program providing services to the public;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience developing budgets.
• Experience in silvicultural and forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Proficient at forming collaborative partnerships, finding workable solutions, and negotiating agreements with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient with responding to and interacting in a positive, responsive, cooperative, and collaborative manner while interacting with the public and other professionals (both inter-organizational and interdisciplinary).
• Proficient with and motivated to achieve program-specific desired outcomes while managing competing deadlines and priorities.
• 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’s duty station is the Natural Resources Building in Olympia. With approval from the Appointing Authority, teleworking for a portion of work time is an option. Approximately 90% of the work is performed indoors or in an office environment or a remote working environment.
• Minimal travel is required for this position. It is expected that travel may be 1 to 2 days per month, which includes overnight travel for meetings, field trips, workshops, etc.

• Master’s Degree in natural resources planning, environmental planning, forestry, natural resources, environmental science, fish and wildlife biology, wildlife management, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with small forest landowners.
• Knowledge of Small Forest Landowner Office Capital programs.
• Knowledge of Forest Practices rules, Forest Practices Board Manual guidance, and DNR Forest Practices policies, procedures, and practices.

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.).
• Attach a copy of your college degree certificate or an unofficial copy of your transcripts. If you have questions regarding attaching this document, please contact DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. If you do not attach your college degree certificate or an unofficial copy of your transcript, your application will not move forward in the application process.
• 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.