Forester jobs in Bremerton, WA

State Lands Lead Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)/NRS1 In-Training
Recruitment #2024-4-7212
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location: Olympic Region- Forks, WA
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $3,700.00 - $5,615.00 Monthly

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Olympic Region. We are seeking a Forester (Natural Resource Specialist 1 in training or Natural Resource Specialist 2) to manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Are you someone who is looking for a rewarding career in the outdoors? Do you want the opportunity to serve the citizens of Washington? If you love working in a remote forest environment, value public service, possess practical forestry skills, and have a proven ability to work as an integral part of a small team, look no further.

This may be filled as an in-training position. This is designated as a 12-24 month training plan. If you complete all elements of the training steps in a shorter amount of time, we may waive the remainder of the time required. Candidates will be considered as Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS2 In-Training) or Natural Resource Specialist 2, depending on qualifications.

Required Qualifications:
Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS2 In-Training)
(Salary range: $3,700 - $4,968 per month):

• Knowledge of all laws, policies, and practices related to timber sales programs.
• Knowledge of timber and land management planning and practices.
• Knowledge of timber sales contract preparation and administration
• Knowledge of theory, policy, principles, and practices of the forestry profession as applied to Northwestern United States (i.e., fundamentals of silviculture of Northwest species, markets and economics, cruising methods, sales layout, logging methods, engineering, plant nutrition, propagation and weed control, reforestation and intensive forest practices, recreation, multiple use, inventory, water quality, watershed management and basic principles of fisheries management.)
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Facilitation and negotiation skills.

Natural Resource Specialist 2
(Salary range: $4,174-$5,615 per month):

• One year of professional forestry experience.
• Experience with forest management objectives and timber management planning.
• Experience with current forest management plans and associated agency policies and rules.
• Experience with timber sales contract preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of theory, policy, principles, and practices of the forestry profession as applied to Northwestern United States (i.e., fundamentals of silviculture of Northwest species, markets and economics, cruising methods, sales layout, logging methods, engineering, plant nutrition, propagation and weed control, reforestation and intensive forest practices, recreation, multiple use, inventory, water quality, watershed management and basic principles of fisheries management.)
• Knowledge of current forest practices rules, forestry laws, and practices.
• Knowledge of logging and forest road construction equipment and use.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,400.00 - $67,380.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Forks, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person