Federal Lands Northeast District Unit Restoration Specialist Natural Resource Specialist 3 NRS3
Federal Lands Northeast District Unit Restoration Specialist Natural Resource Specialist 3 NRS3
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- Federal Lands Northeast District Unit Restoration Specialist Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Recruitment #
Fulltime Permanent Represented position
Location: Northeast Region Colville WA
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $4865.00 $6539.00 Monthly
Review of applications is ongoing.We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 4/25/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Forest Resilience Division and Federal Lands Section. Are you someone who loves the outdoors and is passionate about implementing restoration work across Washington States natural landscapes If you want to improve our public places can think creatively and have good practical forestry planning and management skills then this is the job for you. The DNRs Forest Resilience Division is seeking motivated individuals to join the Federal Lands Section a team of expert restoration specialists focused on project implementation across U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management lands throughout Washington.
As part of this Division and Program you will work alongside a talented cadre of professional planners scientists and implementers providing service to state private and federal partners to increase the resiliency and health of Washingtons forests and urban landscapes. In this position you will be a part of a skilled team of specialists focused on increasing the pace and scale of federal restoration work primarily on the Colville National Forest while supporting other program staff statewide. Working independently and as a team this position will work under the supervision and guidance of the Federal Lands Northeast District Manager. You will complete a broad variety of tasks from commercial (timber sale) project presales and associated contract development and administration to noncommercial hazardous fuel reduction work as well as forest road projects focused on reducing impacts to resources. Through extensive use of the Good Neighbor Authority the Federal Lands Program works in coordination with department staff federal partners and other state and local partners to plan and effectively implement projects that increase forest resiliency.
This positions primary responsibility is to successfully implement restoration projects on the Colville National Forest. This includes layout and contract administration of GNA commercial thinning timber sale projects fuels reduction projects precommercial thinning contracts invasive weeds service contracts and more. This position will also travel to other national forests throughout Washington to support other GNA projects.
The work accomplished under this position directly contributes to the success of forest restoration objectives in Washington State while also generating funding to be reinvested into federal forest landscapes across the state of Washington. Duties will include coordination with the U.S. Forest Service to ensure lead agency objectives are met with a focus on customer service development of collaborative partnerships and identifying and securing additional GNA restoration projects. Duties
Responsibilities:
- Lead plan and implement commercial and noncommercial federal restoration projects as the Federal Lands Northeast Unit Restoration Specialist on the Colville National Forest.
- Organize and coordinate project tasks to ensure the timely delivery of objectives
- Perform project layout including unit boundary establishment road design timber marking and cruising according to program objectives and relevant state and federal laws.
- Develop and review restoration project contracts and packets for advertisement and auction.
- Perform compliance of commercial and noncommercial restoration projects while coordinating with state and federal partners.
- Review interpret and comply with federal design criteria from NEPA and other relevant state and federal laws.
- Coordinate with USFS staff and DNR division and region staff to identify suitable projects to be incorporated in the Forests and Programs programofwork.
- Represent the Departments interests when interacting with private operators purchasers businesses government officials and the public.
- Supervise a work unit of restoration specialists.
- Assist other Federal Lands Section personnel with restoration projects statewide.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelors degree in natural resources forestry or a related area of specialty and two years of professional experience in a natural resource program area.
To include: A minimum of 1 year demonstrated application of theory and principles of Good Neighbor Authority AND 1 year of demonstrated experience applying theory policies principles and practices of the forestry profession (i.e. fundamentals of silviculture of northwest species markets and economics cruising methods sales layout logging methods engineering plant nutrition propagation control reforestation intensive forest practices recreation multiple use inventory water quality watershed management and basic principles of wildlife and fisheries management);
OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - Skills in positive responsive cooperative and collaborative interaction with the public and other professionals (both interorganizational and interdisciplinary).
- 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.
- DNR Core Competencies:
- Personal Accountability
- Value Others
- Compassionate Communication
- Inspire Others
- Commitment to Excellence
- Work is performed in a mixture of office/home office locations or field environments. Field work may require walking over steep and rugged terrain and in inclement weather.
- Position requires travel outside of the region for meetings duty assignments training sessions and fire assignments and includes statewide travel and potential interstate travel. Travel to various meeting locations statewide or interstate is estimated to be 5 of the incumbents time.
- A valid unrestricted drivers license and 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.
- Working Knowledge of:
- Environmental planning principles techniques current trends environmental laws policies and programs concerning all phases of State resource development;
- Governmental administrative structure at the local and State levels;
- Environmental social and other problems affecting the development of local and State environmental resource programs;
- NEPA process and requirements;
- Methods and objectives of urban and natural resources planning.
- Ability to:
- Accept responsibility for assigned tasks and activities;
- Develop longrange work plans think conceptually observe and interpret trends analyze data identify key relationships and draw logical conclusions;
- Maintain effective working relationships with governmental officials;
- Provide a consistent message and a positive attitude about the programs development and program projects.
- Interpret federal policy and procedures;
- Frequently communicate with federal employees through their agencys policies and procedures;
- Address large groups and write effectively.
- Work independently or as part of a team on assigned tasks.
- Knowledge of federal policies and procedures implemented under the USFS and other federal agencies including the National Environmental Planning Act (NEPA) the Agricultural Act ofU.S. Farm Bill) and other federal policies typically associated with the implementation and planning of federal projects.
- A Bachelors degree in natural resources forestry or a related area of specialty and two years of professional experience in a natural resource program area.
Supplemental Information
Application Requirements:Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents please contact .
- Apply onlineat (Click on the APPLY button above).
- Letter of interest:describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required desired and special requirements.
- Resume:that details your experience and qualifications.
- References:35 professional references with current telephone numbers to include your 2 most recent supervisors. 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 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.
Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may callor email . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through theWashington Relay Service by dialing 711 or.
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 Washingtons lands and communities through diversity equity and inclusion.
Our VisionOur actions ensure a future where Washingtons lands waters and communities thrive.
Our MissionManage sustain and protect the health and productivity of Washingtons lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:- Safety and WellBeing 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 ProblemSolving We solve our states 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.
- Commitment to organizational health and wellness
- Work/life balance
- DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council Womens 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 benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance paid holidays retirement plans sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.
This recruitment may be extended and used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty 60 days.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State 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 with 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.
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