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This position supports the agency mission by providing professional, forward-looking stewardship of our state lands, natural resources, and environment and by providing leadership in creating a sustainable future for the Trusts and all citizens of today and future generations.

This is a professional positon that serves as one of the region’s timber cruising specialists.  Position independently plans, prioritizes, coordinates and implements cruises on all of the region’s timber sales.  This position serves as a member of a cruise team and is responsible for independent and/or teamwork field cruises for analysis to determine the volume, growth increment and yield of trees, timber, domestic and specialty products and value of stands on DNR managed forest of approximately 60 to 80 million board feet of timber per year.  Make recommendations on timber sales and/or reforestation activities for inclusion in plans; evaluates state-owned lands to establish best and most profitable use and to initiate development actions.

Incumbent is qualified to recognize unique situations on the landscape and voice any recommendations or concerns affiliated with the region’s timber sales.
Incumbent is a fully trained and qualified forester and may serve as a staff assistant or lead, performing on a variety of professional projects and tasks within an assigned land management program.

This position must work in both team and individual settings to achieve the district’s and region’s volume deliverables.  Must represent the agency in a professional manner, when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

This position may (not required) take an active role in the department’s fire suppression activities.

What we will trust you with:

Independently cruise timber sales, R/W’s, and trespasses. On the ground timber sale review.
Determine sampling and layout methods and conduct field cruise.  Determine sorts, grades, products, defect, species, tree heights/diameters, and probable breakage to estimate the gross and net volume per assigned cruise area.  Must be able to meet Region and DNR cruising standards.  Fluent use of agency software such as Microsoft Word and Excel, ArcGIS, SuperAce, TRIS and other timber cruising and data processing programs to analyze data and produce accurate maps, narratives, reports, findings and recommendations.
While cruising timber sales, review and make observations/recommendations about cutting and silvicultural prescriptions, soils, ground features, yarding limitations, sale area boundaries, road locations, wildlife habitat, sensitive features and other environmental issues.  Also record specific stand information such as the presence of specialty products or unusual stand features.

Who are we looking for?

The right candidate has:

• Basic knowledge of theory, policy, principles and practices of the forestry profession as applied to Northwestern United States.
• A thorough knowledge of cruising and forest mensuration techniques including measurement and marketability by species, grade and defect.
• Ability to use specialized cruising equipment and various software applications.
• A working knowledge of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA); Sustainable Forest Calculation and Implementation Plan; Forest Practices Rules; and Forestry Handbook.
• Ability to act as a consultant on cruising/mensuration issues including conducting small group training on forest measurement.
• Basic knowledge of timber sale layout including the boundary/road location and logging systems.
• Knowledge of database structures and computer applications for processing timber cruise information.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• The incumbent in this position is required to travel.
• 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. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in forestry or forest engineering or other natural resource field.
• One year of field experience in timber sale layout, contract compliance, forest cruising and/or forest practices regulation.
• Knowledge of timber sale appraisal methods.
• Ability to communicate complex issues orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge of applicable labor and union contracts.
• Knowledge of log scaling methods, applications and practices.

The Location

One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office is based out of Castle Rock in the Pacific Cascade Region. The duty station is negotiable.

Why work for DNR?

At DNR, we value public service, innovation and creative problem solving, safety and well-being, and leadership and teamwork. At DNR you’ll support the vision of a sustainable future by using your skills to protect and manage the state’s natural resources for both current and future generations. As a DNR employee, you’ll work with the public’s interest in mind as we manage more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. But managing lands is only half of our story. We house the Washington Geological Survey, a dynamic program that is the primary source of geological products and services in support of decision making in Washington. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.

We are nearly 1,500 employees strong and dedicated to making DNR a great place to work. Our mission is to serve Washington’s lands and communities; build strong and healthy rural communities; enhance forest health and wildfire management; strengthen the health and resilience of our lands and waters; and increase public engagement and commitment to our public lands and resources. In partnership with citizens and governments, we provide innovative leadership and expertise to ensure environmental protection, public safety, perpetual funding for schools and communities, and a rich quality of life.  At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally, economically and socially for current and future generations.

What makes DNR a great place to work?

• Transitioning to a modern work environment
• Mobile work
• Infants at work program
• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Work/life balance
• Leadership development opportunities
• Educational aid and career development stipends
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• Opportunities to stretch your professional skills
• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Application Process

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 attach the following:
  • A letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
  • A resume including the names of three to five professional references

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 manager directly. Recruitment may be extended depending on the quantity and quality of the application pool.

Questions?  Please contact Kalvin Bailey at (360) 577-2025, kalvin.bailey@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

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, pregnancy/parental status, genetic information, military status, political affiliation, criminal history or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained 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) 902-1139.  DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.