Description

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Work within the South Puget Sound Region Commercial Thinning Project under the Northern Spotted Owl (NSO) and Riparian Thinning Proviso (PI 754).
• Coordinate with Region and Division staff in the following areas:
  • Right-of-Way staff to ensure legal access to the project areas
  • Title and Records staff for records on the legal status of the project areas
  • Survey staff to ensure completion of surveys
  • Earth Sciences staff for geological assessments
  • Cultural Resources staff for completion of assessments
  • Product sales staff for completion of timber cruise and appraisal
  • Engineering staff for completion of road plans
  • Public Use and Recreation staff for public access assessments
  • And other programs and specialist staff as needed
  • Engineering staff and contractors on road construction and/or maintenance activities related to timber sales to ensure projects adhere to all rules and regulations
  • Private landowners/road easement holders on timber sale and road maintenance activities
  • Region Product Sales Staff on contract execution, billings, payments, and contract completion
  • Pre-sales staff on negotiating any design changes to an active timber sale contract design with the purchasers and/or operators
  • Proprietary lands specialist’s staff when problems arise during harvest or post-harvest to ensure management requirements have been satisfied
  • Coordinate with external stakeholders such as DNR Regulatory staff to ensure they are apprised of any ongoing issues and remediate these issues with coordination of said staff and any additional external stakeholders needed to ensure resolution.
• Lead Variable Density Thinning (VDT) timber sale design, layout, and compliance to meet Riparian Forest Desired Future Conditions and NSO habitat enhancement objectives.
  • Utilization of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and video to demonstrate the progress of Thinning Proviso objectives.
  • Assist with the Next Best MoRF habitat survey. Assist with the development of high-quality NSO habitat projects.
  • Meet regularly with the assistant region biologist to determine how to help each other facilitate Thinning Proviso objectives.
  • Ensures necessary documents for billings, inspection reports, road construction compliance, and other associated documents adhere to contract specifications. Grants necessary approval as required by the contract.
  • Analyzes proposed contract changes and makes recommendations to the supervisor. Recommends and takes corrective action to contract violations as authorized by supervisor and/or Region Manager.
  • Ensures log and load accountability and quality.
  • Implements public use policy within the Unit as approved or directed by the department in cooperation with the public use forester. Identifies and reports illegal activities on state lands (trespass, vandalism, theft, etc.). Follows through with appropriate action and documentation. Assists with the Division to resolve priority trespass issues. Utilizes appropriate law enforcement and department personnel to protect Trust assets, curb illegal activities, and maintain the safety of staff and the public
• Assists the project manager for the development and maintenance of the NSO habitat thinning forest management plan for timber harvest and silviculture activities in the South Puget Sound Region.
• Represent the South Puget Sound Regions NSO commercial habitat thinning program in public/stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• An associate degree in forest management or related natural resource field;
  OR two years experience in forest management or related natural resource field;
  OR a combination of equivalent education and/or experience.
• Knowledge of general forest management theory (timber management planning, silviculture, appraisal techniques, timber sales, contract preparation and administration, forest fire prevention and suppression,
  logging and forest road construction, reforestation methods, public relations, and statistical analysis).
• Knowledge of basic mensuration, forest biology, and silviculture.
• Experience with the following computer programs: MS Word, and MS Excel, and an aptitude for learning new software programs.
• Experience in navigating using maps, aerial photos, compass, orthos, clinometer, radio, laser rangefinder, GPS, and chain.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify, resolve, or mitigate observed safety concerns.
• 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.
• Dedication to a Safe Workplace: Demonstrates leadership in the maintenance and
  development of a safe and healthy work environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills as demonstrated by the ability to resolve conflicts, write effectively, and communicate with diverse groups both internal and external.
• Effectively work independently and as part of a team to develop and achieve department and project goals.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The position works from an assigned duty station (see above). A majority (70%) of the work is performed in isolated unimproved natural forestry settings. The individual must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• The position requires a large majority (70%) of time in the field and traveling between sites in the work unit. Occasional travel out of the work area is required.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, which includes coursework in silviculture and mensuration.
• One year of professional forestry experience.
• Knowledge of Policy for Sustainable Forests, Habitat Conservation Plan, and related agency policies.
• Experience with inspecting, instructing, and working with camp and contract crews to ensure silvicultural prescriptions are met.
• Knowledge of Forest Practice Rules and SEPA process.
• Experience using GPS and ArcGIS to create maps.
• Experience in young stand establishment and maintenance practices and treatments.
• Experience with logging and forest road construction equipment.
• Experience with the timber sales process and contract administration.

Supplemental Information

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.

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• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• Statewide vanpool program
• A comprehensive benefits 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.