State Lands Unit Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3

$58,380 - $78,468/Yr

State of Washington - Deer Park, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Deer Park, WA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The State Lands Unit Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3) is responsible for managing timber sale activities and developing a comprehensive 5-year forest management plan. This role involves collaboration with various specialists and programs to ensure compliance with policies and regulations while overseeing contract administration and unit management.

Responsibilities

• Act as the project manager for the development and maintenance of a dynamic 5-year forest management plan for timber harvest and silviculture activities.
• Coordinate timber sale design and layout with various staff members from different programs.
• Direct unit staff in conducting contract administration of harvest and other forest product sales.
• Ensure necessary documents for billings, inspection reports, and road construction compliance adhere to contract specifications.
• Analyze proposed contract changes and make recommendations to the District Manager.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in forestry or a closely related natural resource field; AND two years of experience in forestry or a closely related natural resource field; OR a combination of education and/or relevant experience equivalent.
• Experience with Forest Management objectives, Timber Management planning, Forest Practices rules, forestry laws, and practices of similar natural resource regulatory experience.
• Experience with logging and forest road construction equipment.
• 6 months of supervisory or lead worker experience.
• Working knowledge of forestry principles and practices as applied to the northwestern United States.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of the use of prescribed fire for silvicultural purposes and fuels reduction.

Benefits

• Work hour flexibility may be available and considered.