Description

Forest Practices Coordinator, Natural Resource Specialist 4
Recruitment #2023-2-7256-02445
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location: Southeast Region Office, Ellensburg, WA
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered.
Salary: $4,892 - $6,575 Monthly

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Are you fascinated by Forest Practice regulation? Do you have a passion for providing expert level consultation, and want to lead a small team to deliver high quality service? If so, you might just be a perfect candidate for Southeast Region’s Forest Practices Coordinator.

The DNR is responsible for regulating forestry activities on both private and state-owned public lands in Washington state. This includes regulating timber harvests, building or repairing forest roads or culverts , thinning forests, and many other forest practices. In order to monitor these activities in DNR’s expansive Southeast Region, the Forest Practices Coordinator (FPPC) supervises one Natural Resources Technician and is responsible for the office processing of forest practices applications, and staff support.

The FPPC will be leading a team that has a lot of knowledge and experience. The FPPC provides support to all team members within the forest practices program in Southeast region and assists the District Manager in review of legislative policies and laws, and give recommendations.

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Leading and supervising the Forest Practices Office in Southeast Region, which consists of the FPPC and 1 Natural Resource Technician 3.
• Develop and foster collaborative partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders to find creative and innovative solutions.
• Serve as region lead on correspondence, public disclosure requests and coordination of enforcement actions.
• Coordinates internal and external dissemination of information to include timber, fish and wildlife parties.
• Providing feedback on policy as it effects regulating and protecting state and private forest land in the region and statewide.
• Effective and positive communication.
• Working to resolve sensitive resource issues with a variety of partners.
• Field review and make approval/conditioning decisions on forest practices applications (FPAs) and compliance of forest practices activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to utilize technology including Microsoft Office, Mobile devices, and internal databases to manage office data, generate reports, respond to inquiries and provide updates to internal staff, and both internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Associates Degree in Forestry or similar Natural Resources degree or two years of experience as a Natural Resources Specialist 2 in a Forestry Field or three years of paraprofessional experience in regulatory programs involving Forestry.
• A working knowledge of the most recent Forest Practices Rules and Forest Practices Board Manual.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Working Conditions:

• The incumbent in this position is required to travel. Position requires 50% travel time between forest practice sites when completing field duties. Occasional overnight travel will be necessary to accomplish these tasks when business needs arise, and for attendance of trainings, coordination of off-site meetings, etc.
• Position's assigned duty station is the region headquarters in Ellensburg. Work is performed in an office setting (50%). The other 50% consists of field work, which is performed in isolated, unimproved natural areas.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• A valid 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.
• Employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to complete their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines (be fully vaccinated against COVID-19) or be approved for a medical or religious exemption and accommodation as a condition of employment. Please note, any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status or having an approved medical or religious exemption and accommodation. No start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved exemption and accommodation. “Fully vaccinated” means the following: An employee is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Novavax) or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson (J&J)/Janssen) authorized for emergency use, licensed, or otherwise approved by the FDA or listed for emergency use, or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related natural resources area and three years of professional experience working with regulatory programs in the forestry sector.
• Experience implementing Washington’s Forest and Fish Rules.
• Experience implementing rules as a DNR Forest Practices Forester.
• Experience analyzing complex documents for compliance with rules/laws.
• Supervisory Experience.
• Experience coordinating and facilitating public meetings.

Supplemental Information

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

• 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
• 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 Requirements:

• 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.
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

The Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 522-2500 or (360) 522-0143 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

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