HCP Reporting and Research Coordinator, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered 
Salary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 Monthly 

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 11/14/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Are you interested in a career that allows you to support habitat conservation, scientific research, and sustainable management of forestlands? The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for a Natural Resource Specialist to coordinate research efforts in the Olympic Experimental State Forest (OESF), report on Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) activities, and assist with forest certification of DNR State Trust Lands.

Responsibilities:

• Help maintain DNR’s Forest Management Certification, by gathering data and co-managing the Certification Database (using Access), communicating effectively with DNR staff and external stakeholders, developing and presenting training materials, and organizing field tours.
• Supporting scientific work in the Olympic Experimental State Forest by facilitating Learning Groups, coordinating substudy projects, maintaining the research budget, and managing research contracts.
• Gather data, compile, and edit the State Trust Lands Habitat Conservation Plan Annual Report, including communicating with subject matter experts, graphic design, and data presentation. Co-manage the Access database to record HCP Implementation consultations and agreements.
• Serve as a legislative session Division Bill Coordinator; daily review of dropped bills, communicate clearly and effectively with Forest Resources Division staff regarding bill reviews, prepare the end-of-session report, and conduct After Action Review meetings.
• Occasional field work in all weather conditions.
• Manage internal and external websites.
• Occasional GIS cartography and graphic design are desired.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry-related field, environmental policy, or natural resource management AND 1 year of relevant experience;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience in the Microsoft Office Suite applications including Access.