Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Product Sales & Leasing Division. We are looking for an Operations Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 4 (NRS4) to join our team, this position will be located out of Olympia, Washington.

Responsibilities:

• Timber sale presales preparation: Tracking, reviewing, evaluating, and completing timber sales documents for all monthly timber sales scheduled for auction to ensure compliance with Department policies, program standards, environmental laws and regulations, and legal processing requirements. Tracking fiscal year deliverables (i.e. volume and values) for all timber sales across all fiscal years. Checking data matches across multiple systems, including, but not limited to the presales system, NaturE, LRM, and TSDC. Keeps management abreast of all potential issues arising from planned timber sales.
• Guidance and program development: Conducts operational analysis and writes integrated program guidance. Updates and maintains all forms for the timber sales section. Drafts, reviews, and implements new contract language. This position is the point of contact for guidance pertaining to the implementation of SEPA language and changes.
• State Environmental Policy Act Timber sale Coordinator: Serves as the division designated technical expert for SEPA comment responses for the timber sales program, including coordinating with the SEPA center and AGO, and providing consultation to region timber sales staff. Trains and integrates new SEPA guidance to region and division staff. Conducts individual timber sale carbon calculations and incorporates results into SEPA submittals. Focuses and strives for consistency with SEPA responses across the timber sale program.
• Training sessions for program activities and information systems: Preparing training materials, presenting materials, answering questions regarding topics, and demonstrating.
• Other duties as assigned: Providing and presenting information to the Board of Natural Resources, filling timber sale data requests from internal and external partners, and more.
• Supervision of employee(s): Setting expectations and performing annual evaluations, approving eTARs, mentoring and coaching employee(s), etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, business administration, or a closely related field AND 3 years experience in the forest industry; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience creating and modifying highly complex spreadsheets or datasets to meet different project needs.
• Working knowledge of silviculture and forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest.
• Experience in general forest management activities such as forest road design and construction, timber management planning, silviculture techniques, reforestation methods, and timber harvest boundaries.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Strong Understanding of WA State Environmental Policy Act, Ecologically based natural resource management and ecosystem services, AND Public relations and communications.
• Ability to convey oral and written communications clearly and effectively to large and small audiences.

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• 75% remote office, 25% office, with occasional field days in remote and uneven terrain. This Agency position works predominately from an office and will have the option to telework, subject to policy and supervisor approval. Occasional field days may be required. These will occur in remote, uneven terrain and in all weather conditions.
• Some travel to region offices for mentoring and training of staff. Less than 5%

Desired Qualifications:

• Current knowledge of Forest Practices rules; Forest Practices Board Manual guidance; and DNR Forest Practices policies, procedures, practices, and the state's Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP).

Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position - If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your past experience relates to them, please contact us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don’t hesitate to apply!

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

Questions? Please contact Mike Sly at Michael.sly@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,892.00 - $84,516.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health savings account
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Olympia, WA 98501