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Service Forester

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Dallesport, Washington

Job Type Permanent
Salary Details $51,588.00 - $69,396.00 Annually
Deadline Feb 06, 2025

Service Forestry Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $4,299.00 - $5,783.00 Monthly

Responsibilities:

  • Independently assessing private lands for forest health and wildfire risk.
  • Building a strong and positive rapport with private landowners, WSU Extension, Conservation Districts, Firewise USA communities, coalitions, local schools, and the general public.
  • Positively represent the agency when interacting with the public.
  • Collaborating with other foresters, fire management specialists, wildlife biologists, Forest Regulation staff, Fire Managers, Small Forest Landowner technical advisors, and interagency partners.
  • Independently planning and prioritizing fieldwork and project deadlines.
  • Conducting field verification and unit boundary layout with consultation from Landowner Assistance Foresters and Coordinators.
  • Using GIS technologies to collect and analyze data. 
  • Planning and prioritizing fuels mitigation projects.

Required Qualifications: 

  • Associate degree or higher in resource management or natural resource-related field AND one year experience in forestry, resource management, or natural resource-related field;
    OR equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Ability to read maps and interpret information on aerial photos.
  • Ability to negotiate unfamiliar and difficult terrain by vehicle and on foot.
  • Personal organization and prioritization skills.
  • Basic skills and knowledge in the use of a personal computer and forestry instrument measuring tools.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
HOW TO APPLY

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Category Forestry
Tags GIS