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Salary: $63,398.40 – $88,753.60 Annually
Location: Coos Bay, OR/North Bend, WA
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: Open until Filled
JOB SUMMARY OF MAJOR FUNCTIONS
Under the direct supervision of the Natural Resources Director, the Forester I provides management and expertise related to the core functions of the Natural Resources Department including timber sales, forest management, water resources, fish and wildlife, planning, and regulatory compliance (ESA, NEPA, CWA, CAA, NIFRMA, etc.). The Forester I provides leadership of the department’s forest management program including silviculture, timber sale planning, layout, marketing, contract development, and administration. The Forester I supervises forestry technicians and plays a supporting role to non-forestry staff. The Forester I has forestry-related budget responsibilities and provides input on non-forestry budgets as requested by the Natural Resources Director. The Forester I performs the majority of job functions independently with regular guidance from the Natural Resources Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides leadership and direction to forestry staff in addressing forest management tasks including but not limited to; planning, establishing guidelines and performance expectations, providing feedback and evaluating performance. Provides advice, counsel, and/or instruction to staff and conducts corrective action as appropriate. Ensures that forest management functions are planned, implemented, and follow up documented in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and policies and that full compliance with funding sources is achieved.
- Coordinates the design and implementation of forest management actions with appropriate departments for utilization of natural resources. Specifically, silviculture, timber sale layout and administration including traversing, timber cruising, roads layout, contract writing/administration, log scale accounting, and safety measures. May serve as Officer in Charge for BIA approved timber sales and reviews and inspects Tribal timber sale areas as needed to ensure adherence to applicable forestry laws, regulations, practices and procedures, certifications, and compliance with sale terms.
- Assures that appropriate GIS/GPS and associated forestry related data is collected and forwarded to appropriate staff for inclusion in corporate databases. Works with Natural Resources Director and other departments and staff as directed, to ensure appropriate data collection tools, training and support are developed and provided for staff.
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and overall management of forest management budgets with oversight by the Director to ensure priorities are consistent with Tribal Council goals for management of Tribal natural and cultural resources. Ensures that all program areas are prioritized by assessing budget and workflow to best utilize staff and financial resources.
- Assures that all forest management requirements under the National Indian Forest Resource Management Act, 25 CFR, Oregon Forest Practices Act, Indian Trust Asset Reform Act, Indian Trust Asset Management Plan, Forest Stewardship Council certification, and other current and pertinent Acts, plans, and certifications are met.
- Coordinates forest management related correspondence with the Bureau of Indian Affairs; secures official signatures as directed.
- Maintains ongoing contact and involvement with other governmental bodies, interagency committees, advisory groups, intertribal organizations, academic institutions, watershed councils, and private sector entities as necessary to share knowledge about forest management issues of common interest. Seeks mutually beneficial solutions to problems and provides input relating to Tribal interests and concerns.
- Reviews and comments on proposed State and Federal laws and administrative rules, as directed.
- Writes grant applications and reports related to natural resources program activities. In accordance with established protocol, monitor grant accomplishments and budgets, and evaluate success in achieving required deliverables and outcomes.
- Coordinates wildfire protection, insect, disease and noxious-weed control activities, and law enforcement actions related to protection of forest resources.
- Participates as directed with the Natural Resources Committee to provide an overview of forest management programs and supports committee objectives as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with strengths in team building, and cooperative problem solving. Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to control sometimes stressful and emotional situations.
- Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the Coquille Indian Tribe.
- Ability to develop the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
- Demonstrated ability to be results driven; making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
- Working knowledge of: Oregon Coastal timber species, timber cruising, scaling and grading rules and procedures, forest terminology, mapping and the use of aerial photographs.
- Knowledge of skyline analysis and road design programs, and computer aided mapping programs.
- Working knowledge of federal and state regulations and policies applicable to management of Indian trust lands and natural resources a plus (i.e., those associated with the Indian Trust Asset Reform Act, National Indian Forest Resources Management Act, Environmental Protection Agency, Endangered Species Act, Oregon Forest Practices Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Northwest Forest Plan, National Historic Preservation Act, etc.)
- Knowledge of federal agency administrative and regulatory policies (e.g. Bureau of Land Management, Forest Service, etc.).
- Knowledge of economic principles and marketing strategies for the commercial sale of forest products and other natural resources commodities.
- Knowledge and skill in performing department-level administrative functions, including personnel and budget management, procurement, preparation and administration of contracts, grants and agreements and program evaluation and reporting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, public agencies, consultants, contractors, other Tribal governments, and the public.
- Knowledge of Bureau of Indian Affairs programs, policies and procedures, and budgeting process.
- Knowledge and experience with GIS and GPS software and data collection.
- Knowledge of natural and cultural resources.
- Exhibit a level of computer literacy sufficient to use software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases to produce correspondence, documents, and reports.
- Knowledge of and experience with logging systems, silviculture, vegetation management, and precommercial thinning, fire protection and prescribed fire concepts.
- Ability and working knowledge necessary in the use of forest inventory and surveying tools.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and objectivity under constant pressure and crisis situations.
To learn more and apply, visit: https://www.coquilletribe.org/employment/
Salary: $47,688.00 – $64,092.00 Annually
Location: South Puget Sound Region- Little Rock, WA
Job Type: Full Time – Permanent
Closing Date: Continuous
Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 5/2/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The South Puget Sound Region is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to fill vacancies for our Forest Crew Supervisor- Corrections Facility positions at Cedar Creek Correction Center located in Little Rock WA. While being highly demanding these positions are also highly rewarding to those who want to truly make a difference within a diverse and unique work group. The tangible rewards of this job come from helping DNR meet its strategic obligations to the community and from the transformation of Incarcerated Individuals, who traditionally have minimal job skills and poor work ethics into hard-working individuals with employable skills. Developing Incarcerated Individuals is a critical function of this position. Successful applicants will need to develop incarcerated individuals with limited skills into a highly functional 10-person team. Cedar Creek Crews have a commitment to hard work in arduous conditions on wildland fires and in various forest health operations.
Duties
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of these positions are the training, productivity, and safety of Incarcerated Individuals who engage in wildland firefighting and forest crafts operations. During fire season, the position will require assignments to remote fire camps for extended periods. During fire season, applicants can expect workdays that routinely exceed the normally scheduled 10 hours per day and may include weekends and holiday assignments.
The successful applicant will be trusted to primarily recruit, mentor, and train incarcerated individuals in forest craft skills while supervising a 10-person adult male offender crew. These skills will be used to help protect communities, manage DNR State lands assets, and help incarcerated offenders develop job skills that can be used when they are released from incarceration. The successful applicant will be trusted to foster and maintain an interactive relationship with DOC to ensure that incarcerated individuals are effectively managed across both state agencies according to WACs, RCWs, and interagency agreements. The key to this position will be the applicant’s ability to communicate, problem-solve, manage, and lead cooperatively with peers and supervisors.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in some or all of the following forest crafts which includes: Forest seedling planting, forest plantation, vegetation management, pre-commercial thinning, recreation trail and facilities construction and maintenance, chainsaw use and maintenance, hand tool use and maintenance and wildland fire suppression,
OR technical/professional forestry knowledge and skills which are acquired through the completion of a 2 or 4-year degree in forester management or closely related field, program, or study. - Six months supervisory experience either in an adult/juvenile correctional environment or a professional production-based business.
- Supervisory experience in a diverse work setting that is centered on safety and security.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Possess the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing using common technology.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
- Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
- DNR Core Competencies:
- Personal Accountability
- Value Others
- Compassionate Communication
- Inspire Others
- Commitment to Excellence
Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:
- FCSs typically work in various outdoor settings such as forested areas, wildland-urban interface areas, desert basalt, and scabland settings. Must have the physical ability to traverse all uneven terrain. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Must be able to work in and on DOC institutional grounds. Must be able to abide by all DNR and DOC policies.
- Must be able to operate a 12-person dual, four-wheel drive vehicle on improved roadways, and off-road settings. Drive time may exceed 1 hour each way, with occasional drive times up to 10 may be required during emergency response. Must be able to tow trailers that vary in length from 12’ up to 16’.
- A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
- Due to the sensitive and confidential nature of this position, an NCIC Background Investigation will be conducted on successful candidates.
- Applicants must live within a one-hour commute of the workstation.
- During the first year of employment, successful candidates must attain the level of FF2 by passing guard school in which S-130, S-190, S-212, and L-180 are taught.
- During the second year of employment, employees must attend and pass the S-131 FF1 class and work towards completion of the FF1 task book.
- Upon Completion of the FF1 task book, employees are expected to work towards IC5 certification and Single Resource-Crew Boss certification.
- Must pass arduous work capacity test annually that consists of carrying a 45-pound pack three miles in under forty-five minutes.
- Maintains valid First Aid, CPR, and AED card.
- Attend any offered trainings, pass trailer towing training, and maintain or stay current with all requirements pertaining to this position.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of:
- Wildland fire Suppression
- Forest data collection
- Natural resource management methods, practices, and techniques
- Use of equipment and tools
- Maintaining safe working conditions in outdoor work environments
- Supervision of adult incarcerated individuals
- Work experience that demonstrates:
- Leadership skills
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Professionalism
- Experience in:
- Wildland fire suppression
- Silvicultural work (tree planting, vegetation management, and pre-commercial thinning
- Recreation trail and facilities construction and maintenance
- Operating a vehicle on forest roads
- Supervision of adult incarcerated individuals
- Microsoft Suite
- Technical / Professional knowledge, skills, and licenses:
- Current pesticide applicator license in Washington State including Laws and Safety, Right of Way, Agricultural Weed, and Aquatics endorsements (or the ability to obtain)
- Red Card Qualification of any Single Resource Boss, (preferably Crew Boss)
- A 2 or 4-year college-level course of study in natural resources, fire science, or other applicable fields
Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position – If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don’t hesitate to apply!
Supplemental Information
Application Requirements:
- Apply online: at Forest Crew Supervisor-Correctional Facility
- Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
- Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
- References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
- Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
- Complete all supplemental questions.
- Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.
Questions? Please contact Bob Pickens at bob.pickens@dnr.wa.gov/360-359-4051 or Shane Calvert at shane.calvert@dnr.wa.gov/360-359-4053 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov
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