Employer Washington State Department of Natural Resources Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Forest Practices Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)Work Hours flexibility may be available and consideredRelocation Compensation may be available and consideredSalary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 MonthlyReview of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/25/26. 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) has two exciting opportunities as a Forest Practices Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3).Are you a person with a Natural Resources/Forestry background who desires to gain experience as a Forest Practices Forester? If you enjoy working outdoors, appreciate a remote natural environment, want to provide assistance to forest landowners, and have practical forestry skills with a proven ability to work as part of a small team, then this is the job for you. The DNR Pacific Cascade Region Forest Practices Program is seeking a forester to join a team that administers the Forest Practices Act while working with large industrial and small forest landowners. You will be the on-the-ground forester reviewing Forest Practices Applications/Notifications, water type modification forms, and other forest management activities on State, County, and private forestlands within a geographical unit. This position will work with a multi-agency and tribal interdisciplinary team, as well as Region and Division staff, while ensuring all applicable rules of the Forest Practices Act are administered and enforced. Additionally, you will assist forest landowners during field reviews or refer them to the Small Forest Landowners office for assistance programs.Responsibilities:Review and approve, condition, or disapprove Forest Practices Applications/Notifications (FPA/N’s). Independently review FPA/N’s for completeness and determine whether they can be accepted for review, based on established parameters. Independently solicit input from Timber, Fish, and Wildlife (TFW) cooperators or agency experts.Facilitate TFW interdisciplinary team meetings for evaluating FPA/N’s and water type modification forms (WTMF) when needed. Independently conduct compliance on FPA/N’s and unpermitted violations of the forest practices rules. Take enforcement action when needed.Conducts on-site reviews with forest landowners for rule Interpretation, and pre-application reviews. Provide information and consultation services regarding interpretations of the Forest Practices Rules to forest landowners, other agencies, and the general public. Educate landowners regarding DNR’s Small Forest Landowners Office and stewardship programs related to Forest Practices Rules. Required Qualifications: Associate Degree in Forestry or similar natural resources degree AND 3 years of experience;OR an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.Experience with computer programs (Word, Excel) and DNR GIS mapping systems.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing:Convey clear and consistent messages to achieve desired outcomesAddress problems/issues in a professional and respectful mannerProvide outstanding customer service (applicants, TFW cooperators, etc.)Work effectively as part of a team to build trust and solve problems.Ability to plan and prioritize own work schedule and establish routines for efficiency with minimal supervisory input.Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Pacific Cascade Region - Castle Rock and Chehalis, WA Salary: $58,380.00 - $78,468.00 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: Wed, 03/04/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/5241656/forest-practices…
