Service Forester 3

Service Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $4,865.00 – $6,539.00 Monthly
Please Note: In addition to the salary range advertised, the incumbent will receive an additional 5% King County duty station pay.

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/27/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site and remote technical expertise to forest landowners (and forest landowner service providers) regarding forest management.
• Serve as a senior professional resource for educational programs.
• Administer landowner’s participation in financial assistance programs and forest health and fuels reduction contracts.
• Provide supervision to one Service Forestry Specialist.
• Enter and provide documentation for all inquiries and services provided into the One Stop Shop Online Tracking Tool.
• Participate in training, professional development, and continuing education to maintain credentials such as SAF Certified Forester, Certified Tree Farm Inspector, Public Pest Control Consultant, or others.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain and update knowledge related to technology, data collection, and other job duties.
• Complete special projects as assigned related to policy, legislative preparation, or other tasks.
• Respond to informational requests for program information, accomplishment data, staff and budget needs, etc.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in forestry, natural resources, or closely related field from an accredited program AND 2 years of field experience in forest management in the Pacific Northwest or similar environment; 
  OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience in general forest management activities such as forest road design and construction, timber management planning, silviculture techniques, reforestation methods, and timber harvest boundaries.
• Experience using forestry tools such as measuring and hand tools.
• Experience teaching or providing group presentations.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), including ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Collector, and other mapping tools to document work and convey information to non-technical audiences.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office applications, and SharePoint.
• Working knowledge of silviculture and forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest or similar environments.
• Skilled in working independently.
• Good time management skills.
• Effective oral and written communications and can convey messages clearly and persuasively. Excellent public speaking skills.
• Organizational management – has a strong understanding and ability to organize efficiently and the ability to develop or use systems for tracking the implementation and accomplishments of several complex projects.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.