Employer Washington State Department of Natural Resources Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Forest Practices Permit Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS1)Recruitment #2025-5-5256Full-time, Permanent, Represented positionLocation: Northwest Region - Sedro-Woolley, WARelocation Compensation may be available and consideredSalary: $3,811.00 - $5,177.00 Monthly Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 6/4/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.Responsibilities:Using mapping software, review FPAs for potential resource impacts.Assist the FP Coordinator with responding to complaints and public disclosure requests.Draft and coordinate correspondence with applicants, public stakeholders, and other governmental bodies.Evaluate and classify Forest Practices Applications (including aerial chemical spray and hydraulic projects) and associated documents for completeness and consistency.Educate and provide technical assistance to landowners regarding forest practices rules.Respond to and resolve general complaints and requests for information.Prepare and process notifications and enforcement documents accurately and within mandated timeframes.Manage records and public disclosure requests.Participate in Staff meetings, Timber Fish and Wildlife (TFW) meetings, trainings, and region or program-wide meetings.Implements procedural changes as directed by the Forest Practices Coordinator, Forest Practices District Manager, or Forest Regulation Division. May participate in the Wildfire Program in a voluntary capacity. Required Qualifications: Associate degree in natural resource management, business administration, or related field AND two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in office/clerical administrative work with a strong emphasis in customer service;OR a combination of education and/or experience.Advanced knowledge in the use of software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Adobe products.Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and work within tight schedules and timelines with attention to detail.Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to clearly articulate information to a variety of audiences.Excellent customer service skills.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: Northwest Region - Sedro-Woolley, WA Salary: $45,732.00 - $62,124.00 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, 06/11/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4955078/forest-practices…
