Natural Resources Restoration Specialist

Central Unit Restoration Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3) - Wenatchee, WA

Northwest Unit Restoration Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3) - Arlington, WA

Full-time, Project, Represented positions (WPEA)

Anticipated Project Employment is through June 2037

Work Hours and Full Telework flexibility available; Ability to report to duty station daily is required

Salary: $5,111.00 - $6,870.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 7/30/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, and implement commercial and non-commercial federal restoration projects as the Federal Lands Program’s Unit Restoration Specialist.
• Perform project layout, including unit boundary establishment, road design, timber marking, and cruising, according to program objectives and relevant state and federal laws.
• Develop and review restoration project contracts and packets for advertisement and auction.
• Perform compliance of commercial and non-commercial restoration projects while coordinating with state and federal partners.
• Review, interpret, and comply with federal design criteria from NEPA and other relevant state and federal laws.
• Coordinate with USFS staff and DNR division and region staff to identify suitable projects to be incorporated in the Forest’s and Program’s program of work.
• Represent the Department’s interests when interacting with private operators, purchasers, businesses, governmental officials, and the public.
• May supervise a work unit of up to two permanent Restoration Specialists (NRS2).
• Assist other Federal Lands Program personnel with restoration projects statewide.

Required Qualifications:

You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• A bachelor’s degree in natural resources, forestry or related area of specialty AND (2) two years of professional experience in natural resources, forestry, or related area of specialty;
• OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience applying theory, policies, principles, and practices of the forestry profession (i.e., fundamentals of silviculture of northwest species, markets and economics, cruising methods, sales layout, logging methods, engineering, plant nutrition, propagation, weed control, reforestation, intensive forest practices, recreation, multiple use, inventory, water quality, watershed management, and basic principles of wildlife and fisheries management).
• Experience applying the theory and principles of Good Neighbor Authority.

Required Competencies:

• Accustomed to providing positive, responsive, cooperative, collaborative interaction with the public and other professionals (both inter-organizational and interdisciplinary).
• Accustomed to:
  • Accept responsibility for assigned tasks and activities;
  • Develop long-range work plans, think conceptually, observe and interpret trends, analyze data, identify key relationships, and draw logical conclusions
  • Maintain effective working relationships with governmental officials;
  • Provide a consistent message and provide a positive attitude about the program’s development and program projects;
  • Interpret federal policy and procedures;
  • Frequently communicate with federal employees through their agency policies and procedures;
  • Address large groups and write effectively;
  • Work independently or as part of a team on assigned tasks
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR 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 more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A 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.