Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for supervising all functions and staff related to the Region-wide forest practice program. It has Region-wide responsibilities, including forest practices office processing and field operations. The functions managed include processing forest practice permits, compliance, enforcement, and stakeholder training. This position is responsible for tracking program deliverables, monitoring, making budget recommendations, and coordinating with applicable Division staff

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in forestry or a related natural sciences field, AND (5) five 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 the 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 clearly articulate expectations, develop and mentor staff, and ensure accountability.
• 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 requires travel. Overnight travel is required 2-4 times per year, generally in 1-2 night increments.
• A current, 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.

• Current knowledge of forest practice statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, agency practices, and general forest management theory (such as forest fire 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 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.

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• 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.