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This position reports to the South Puget Sound Region Manager and has region-wide administrative responsibilities for leading and managing three functional program areas:  forest protection (wildfire), forest practices, and correctional camps.  The position has direct peers in DNR’s five other upland Regions.  The position also has peer relationships with the Assistant Division Managers in two DNR headquarters Divisions (Resource Protection and Forest Practices) who have statewide responsibilities for the assigned programs that are carried out through the DNR Regions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
General:

• Knowledge in personnel management principles and civil service rules & bargaining agreements
• Skills in oral and written communication
• Skills in assessing training needs
• Work under minimal supervision within the context of broad agency policies.
• Provide second, third and fourth level-supervision over multiple work units with one or more supervisors.
• Use a mix of tactical and strategic thinking to address various budget, fixed asset, human resource and customer service issues.
• Develop, recommend, and implement agency strategies, policies, and resource allocation.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and organizations.

Forestry and Fire:

• Knowledge of forest management objectives, timber management planning and silvicultural principles
• Knowledge of Washington Forest Practices and Forest Protection rules, laws and practices and associated agency policies
• Knowledge of logging and forest road construction practices
• Knowledge of wildland fire prevention and suppression practices and tactics
• Skills in managing complex fire incidents

These competencies are typically demonstrated through the incumbent’s ability to:

• Maintain the highest standards of personal/professional and ethical conduct
• Actively contribute to a work environment that embraces diversity and brings together the strengths and perspectives of diverse groups
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance and mutual regard
• Convey clear persuasive messages that are effective.
• Respond to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations in a way that reduces or minimizes potential conflict and maintain good working relationships among internal and external customers
• Influence others within the organization to be excited, enthused, and committed to furthering the organization’s objectives
• Create and nurture a performance-based culture and takes steps to build a cohesive and results-oriented team
• Can be relied on to achieve excellent results with little need for oversight, and seeks and responds to opportunities to resolve problems, achieve goals, or otherwise advance the organization’s purposes.  Makes timely decisions even when data is limited or when solutions may produce unpleasant consequences

This level of knowledge, skills and ability is typically achieved with:

• A bachelor’s degree in Forest Management or Natural Resources Management; and eight years of professional level experience with a demonstrated progression in leadership responsibilities in the areas of land and resources management, personnel management and wildland fire suppression; OR
• An associate’s degree in forest management or natural resources management; and ten years of professional level experience with a demonstrated progression in leadership responsibilities in the areas of land and resources management, personnel management and wildland fire suppression.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of agency policies, practices and procedures
• Skills in staff month and dollar budget development
• Skills in agreement and contract negotiations
• Maintain the highest standards of personal/professional and ethical conduct
• Actively contribute to a work environment that embraces diversity and brings together the  strengths and perspectives of diverse groups
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance and mutual regard
• Convey clear persuasive messages that are effective.
• Respond to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations in a way that reduces or minimizes potential conflict and maintains good working relationships among internal and external customers
• Influence others within the organization to be excited, enthused, and committed to furthering the organization’s objectives
• Creates and nurtures a performance-based culture and takes steps to build a cohesive and results-oriented team
• Can be relied on to achieve excellent results with little need for oversight, and seeks and responds to opportunities to resolve problems, achieve goals, or otherwise advance the organization’s purposes.  Makes timely decisions even when data is limited or when solutions may produce unpleasant consequences

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Both indoors and outdoors work.  The majority of the field work is related to evaluating the work of subordinates and others or participating in issue-driven problem-solving.
• Typical workdays are Monday through Friday, 0800 – 1630 hours.  Sometimes there is a need to work long days or weekends, particularly during the Washington fire season (typically, late June through October).
  Occasional travel to Olympia and overnight travel to statewide program meetings.
• This position interacts frequently with a variety of mid-and-upper-level governmental agency managers and leaders, tribal representatives, stakeholders and members of the general public. At times, it requires effective interaction with angry or irrational people.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function.  Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately-owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements.
• 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 Scott Sargent at (360) 802-7038/Scott.Sargent@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.