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The Wildfire and Forest Practices Assistant Region Manager (WFPARM) reports to the Olympic Region Manager and has region-wide administrative responsibilities for leading and managing three functional program areas:  Wildfire Prevention and Suppression, Forest Practices, and the DNR Olympic Camp Offender Program. Within these program areas, the WFPARM is also responsible for implementing agency policies and procedures and administrating regulations and contracts on approximately 1.5 million acres of public and private forestland within Olympic Region (Clallam, Jefferson, and north Grays Harbor counties).

The WFPARM is part of the Olympic Region’s Leadership Team, led by the Region Manager and includes the Assistant Region Managers of State Lands, Assistant Region Manager of Business & Operations, and Assistant to the Region Manager. This team works collaboratively to manage all aspects of responsibility within Olympic Region. The WFPARM plans, leads, organizes and monitors the work performed by the Wildfire, Forest Practices, and DNR Correctional Camp Offender Programs. The WFPARM directly supervises four managers/supervisors and oversees program areas of over 25 region staff and 29 seasonal staff. The WFPARM ensures personnel are developed, qualified, and have the resources to meet program requirements. The focus of the position is managing and strategic planning, while balancing an appropriate level of tactical involvement.

• A bachelor’s degree in Forest Management or Natural Resources Management; and six years of professional level experience with a demonstrated progression in leadership responsibilities in the areas of land and resource management, personal management and wildfire suppression; or
• An associate’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 resource management, personnel management and wildfire suppression.

Key Knowledge and Skills, General:

• Knowledge in personnel management principles and merit system rules
• Knowledge of agency policies, practices and procedures
• Skills in oral and written communication
• Skills in staff month and dollar budget development
• Skills in assessing training needs
• Skills in agreement and contract negotiations

Key Knowledge and Skills, Forestry and Fire

• Knowledge of forest management objectives, timber management planning and silvicultural principles
• Knowledge of Washington Forest Practices rules, laws and practices and associated agency policies
• Knowledge of logging and forest road construction practices
• Knowledge of wildfire prevention and suppression practices and tactics
• Skills in managing complex fire incidents
• Knowledge of Department of Corrections’ policies, procedures and protocols relative to camp operations and inter-agency use of inmates on work crews.

These knowledge and skills are demonstrated through the ability of the incumbent to:

• Work under minimal supervision within the context of broad agency policies.
• Provide second 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.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Ethics and Integrity
• Commitment to Workforce Diversity
• Relationship Building
• Effective communications
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Interpersonal Influence
• Performance and Team Leadership
• Accountability, Initiative, and decisiveness
• Committed to supporting “Olympic Region Operating Values”

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 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.

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
• You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• 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
  • 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 or complete the entire online application, 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 Sarah Steffen at (360) 374-2810, sarah.steffen@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

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