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This position supports the DNR and the Landowner Assistance Section by providing hazardous fuels reduction, forest health improvement and wildfire prevention education to the public. This position reports to a Natural Resource Specialist 3, Fire Prevention Forester, and interacts with the region stewardship coordinator, region fuels specialist, region entomologist, WSU Extension foresters, Natural Resource Conservation Service foresters. As assigned by the Natural Resource Specialist 3, this position will perform community and residential risk assessments, help develop Fire wise plans and implement fuels reduction, forest health and fire prevention projects. This includes contacting communities and landowners, conduction assessments, laying out projects, performing compliance with contractors and reporting accomplishments. By performing these actions effectively, efficiently and professionally, this position supports the DNR in fulfilling its mission of providing leadership in creating a sustainable future of natural resources for all citizens.

• Knowledge of the forestry profession as applied to Inland Northwest which includes the fundamentals of silviculture of northwest species, cruising methods, logging methods, reforestation, water quality, watershed management, fuels management, pre-commercial thinning, forest health (insect and disease) and brief understanding of smoke management.
• Knowledge of wildland fire behavior (S-190 or higher) and fire suppression techniques (S-130 or higher)
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills such as with Word and Excel.
• Ability to organize documents, spreadsheets, pictures, etc. on the hard drive of the computer.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in a natural science, which includes coursework in Forestry related courses.
• One year of professional forestry management experience at the entry level.
• Desire and ability to be trained to NWCG “Red Card” qualification level of Single Resources Boss rating or higher, and maintain that level of certification.
• Knowledge of the incident command system.
• Proven ability to use recreational grade GPS receivers.
• Proven ability to use ESRI GIS software.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Position’s assigned duty station is the Deer Park Work Center. Work setting is approximately 70% field and 30% office. Incumbent is expected to traverse uneven terrain in all types of weather conditions. The majority of work is performed with private landowners in unimproved areas within the Region.
• The incumbent in this position is required to travel. Position requires a significant amount of time in the field traveling alone between program activities, office and work centers.
• 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.
• Position is assigned an agency four-wheel drive vehicle. Incumbent utilizes agency radio equipment and cell phone for communication in the field. Field duties require frequent use of GPS, digital camera, compass, topographic maps and aerial photos. Performs routine maintenance on vehicle, tools, and equipment.

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.

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 Guy Gifford at 509-684-7474, guy.gifford@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.