Employer Washington State Department of Natural Resources Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Environmental Planner 4 (EP4)Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered Salary: $6,259.00 - $8,415.00 MonthlyReview of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 08/26/2025. 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) is looking for an Environmental Planner 4 to help shape the future of Washington’s forests. This is a great opportunity to contribute to sustainable forest management and support vital public revenue by leading key environmental planning efforts—including preparing Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), conducting Environmental Justice Assessments, and developing forest management alternatives for the Sustainable Harvest Calculation. Join a passionate team making a real impact on our state’s natural resources!Responsibilities:Serve as Environmental Justice (EJ) Project Manager, leading engagement strategies and integrating EJ into agency planning efforts.Prepare and update Environmental Justice Assessments (EJAs), analyzing impacts on overburdened communities, vulnerable populations, and Tribes.Coordinate and facilitate public and Tribal engagement, ensuring accessible and inclusive communication.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support the Sustainable Harvest Calculation and related initiatives.Lead complex environmental planning projects, including environmental impact analysis and development of forest management alternatives.Provide technical guidance and policy support related to Environmental Justice and forest planning processes.Communicate findings and project updates to internal leadership, partners, and the public. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree with a major study in natural resources (e.g., natural resource planning, forestry, landscape ecology, fire science, wildlife biology), public policy and administration with an environmental emphasis, geography, or a closely related field;AND Five (5) years of professional work experience in natural resources planning, forest ecology, silviculture, fire science, landscape ecology, forest management, wildlife management, public policy and administration, geography, or a closely related field relying on the required position knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors;OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.Experience with planning and project management principles, methods, and techniques related to natural resources management.Experience writing and translating complex technical, policy, and land management concepts for average readers.Experience working with the State Environmental Protection Act and Environmental Impact Statement process.Experience with ArcGIS and related database software to map and analyze natural resource data.Expert verbal and written communication skills, including both the ability to receive/interpret complex information, as well as the ability to convey complex information to technical and non-technical audiences.Accustomed to using standard word processing software and tools, as well as data management and analysis skills. Competency utilizing MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS Word.Familiarity with identifying, maintaining, and improving internal and external key relationships.Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices. Job Field: Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Water and Soil Resources Policy/Administrative Other Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Olympia, WA Salary: $75,108.00 - $100,980.00 Annually Job Benefits: DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:Commitment to organizational health and wellnessWork/life balanceDNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn moreLeadership that empowers and supports employeesProfessional development opportunitiesEducational and career development aidPublic Service Loan Forgiveness EligibilityOpportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignmentsA comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information. Application Deadline: Sun, 09/07/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/5048079/environmental-pl…
