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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 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 workweek with 10-hour workdays during most of the year allows for full enjoyment of the northwest summer. This position may be filled at the NRE 1 In-Training level and upon successful completion of an In-Training plan will be promoted to the NRE 2 level.

NRE 1 In-Training:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Forest or Civil Engineering or related field OR 
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a Natural Resource field and two (2) years of progressive experience in the field of natural resources OR
  • An Associate’s degree in a Natural Resource field and four (4) years of progressive experience in the field of natural resources.
• Ability to apply general engineering principles to design projects in the forest environment.

NRE 2:

• One year as a Natural Resources Engineer 1 OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Forest Engineering and two (2) years of engineering experience in transportation system design or road maintenance procedures.
• 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 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;
  • Equivalent education/experience in professional engineering practices may be substituted for the education requirement. Credit granted for experience and/or education under this substitution must demonstrate four or more years of broad based progressive experience in the fundamental knowledge of engineering theory and practice under the guidelines specified in WAC 196-20-020.

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:

• Experience using engineering software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS and RoadENG.
• Proficient in basic survey procedures and use of equipment to collect and process field data for design and construction of engineering projects.
• Knowledge of surveying with basic surveying equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of field data collection, drafting, design and installation of structures.
• Forest Engineering principles, techniques and application such as logging systems, harvest system design and road transportation design.
• Knowledge of Forest Practice standard, laws and rights-of-way.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• 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.

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/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.