SALARY RANGE:

Natural Resource Specialist 2:

• One year of professional forestry experience
• Experience with forest management objectives and timber management planning
• Experience with current forest management plans and associated agency policies and rules
• Experience with timber sales contract preparation and administration

Natural Resource Specialist 1 In Training:

• Knowledge of all laws, policies, and practices related to timber sales program
• Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of natural resource management
• Knowledge of timber and land management planning and practices
• Knowledge of contract administration
• Knowledge of current issues and conflicts surrounding natural resource management activities
• Knowledge of current and developing practices and theories of professional natural resource management
• Knowledge of and ability to communicate DNR’s HCP and OESF goals and objectives

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Management or related field
• 2 years as a Pre Sales Natural Resources Specialist 1 in the Department of Natural Resources
• Demonstrated competence in timber harvest planning, preparation, contract administration and Pacific Northwest silviculture.
• Familiarity with current software used in word processing, spreadsheets and forestry applications.
• Well-developed written and verbal communications skills.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING 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.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.

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 Mike Potter at phone number (360) 374-2800, Michael.potter@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.