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This is an exciting and challenging position in the Coast District of the Olympic Region.  Working under the supervision of the Coast District Engineer, this position is responsible for engineering work associated with the design, specification, contract preparation and compliance of road layout, road maintenance and abandonment, and the preparation of road plans for approximately 60 mmbf in timber sales.  The primary focus for the position is to provide engineering support for the State Timber Sales Program and other State Lands engineering needs within the District through a balance of both field and office engineering.  Work may be conducted independently or as part of an engineering team, depending upon the task to be completed.  This supports the DNR in fulfilling its mission by providing professional level engineering to ensure that all regulations are followed and that each project is done in a manner that is consistent with the goals and objectives of the DNR.  This position provides for a balance of professional and personal life during a 40-hour work week.  Furthermore, a four day work week with 10-hour work days during most of the year allows for full enjoyment of the northwest summer opportunities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year as a Natural Resource Engineer 1; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Forest or Civil Engineering and, subsequent to graduation, two years of engineering experience in harvest system design, forest transportation system design and forest construction/maintenance contract administration.
• The following substitutions may be made for the education and experience requirements in this option:
  • Registration as an Engineer-in Training will substitute for education.
  • Registration as a Professional Forest Engineer or Civil Engineer in the State of Washington or another State based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington will substitute for either the education or experience requirements.

Key Knowledge and skills

• Forest Engineering principles, techniques and application such as:  Logging systems, harvest system design and road transportation design
• Knowledge of Forest Practice standards, laws and rights-of-way
• Contract Administration, compliance and construction management
• Knowledge of hydraulic structure design

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Forest Engineering
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must have a valid license, two years of driving experience and provide an employment/commercial driving record issued from all states a license has been held in during the past 3 years.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.

WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to anyone who meets the required qualifications for this position.
 
APPLICATION PROCESS

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
• You must submit the following:
  • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
  • Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment.
  • The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.
• You may not reapply for this posting for 30 days.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account.  Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly. 
 
Note: Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record issued from all states in which they have held a license during the past 3 years.
 
Questions?  Please contact Bill Mehl at (360) 640-2129 or bill.mehl@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.
 
By submitting the application materials you are indicating that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge.  You understand that the state may verify information and that untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed.
This announcement is published by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR). 
Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a fair and impartial manner for all persons without regard to age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, genetic information, military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1128.  DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.