Region Biologist Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3
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- Region Biologist Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Recruitment #
Fulltime Permanent Represented position
Location: Olympic Region Forks WA
Salary: $5241.00 $7043.00 Monthly
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference
This position is the senior Wildlife Biologist within the Olympic Region Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The primary duties of the position are to provide consulting services to field foresters staff and management personnel related to the effects of the forest management activities on wildlife and wildlife habitat. This position will provide local knowledge to research project leads and act as the local representative for science queries within the Olympic Experimental State Forest (OESF). Additional duties are to provide resource planning and planning direction through proposed policies procedures and guidelines for region management and supervising a team that consists of a Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Consulting Forester) and a Natural Resource Scientist 2 (State Lands Ecologist). Duties
Responsibilities:
- Provide scientific and procedural guidance allowing successful integration of wildlife objectives into trust land management and revenue generation through the regions timber sale program.
- Consults with State Lands staff Timber Sale foresters Engineers and other Region programs on Fish and Wildlife matters such as stream typing wetlands management and habitat delineation.
- Consultations include but are not limited to the planning and design of timber sales fish and wildlife enhancement projects and forest engineering projects which include road construction and rock pit development.
- Act as a region contact with the staff and working partners related to the research and projects ongoing in the Olympic Experimental State Forest.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in fisheries wildlife management natural resource science or environmental science;
AND three years of professional experience in fish management fish research wildlife management wildlife research habitat management or habitat research;
OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - Experience with fish and wildlife ecology and habitat management in a forested environment.
- General knowledge of stream ecology forest management practices and an understanding of principles and procedures of wildlife fish and habitat management and biological research.
- Skilled at forming collaborative partnerships finding workable solutions and negotiating agreements with diverse internal and external working partners.
- 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
- Office 40 of time) and field 60 of time). Field activities require working in inclement weather the ability to navigate with a compass in the forest driving on forest roads and hiking in moderate to rugged terrain.
- Travel throughout the Olympic Region. Must be able to operate a 4x4 vehicle. This position also involves occasional travel to Olympia or other parts of the state for meetings and/or training. Employees are eligible for per diem and lodging costs when in travel status except when provided.
- 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.
- Experience using MS Office software.
- Knowledge of DNR management principles forest land planning and timber management planning including Forest Practices rules and the Habitat Conservation Plan.
- Working knowledge of logging logging practices and forest road construction and engineering.
- Experience with delineating fish and wildlife habitats in a forest environment.
- Two years as a Fish & Wildlife Biologist
- Bachelors degree in fisheries wildlife management natural resource science or environmental science;
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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Veterans wishing to claim Veterans preference please attach a copy of your DD214 NGB22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your Social Security number before attaching it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!
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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