Forest Practices Permit Specialist
Washington State Department of Natural Resources (State) | https://www.dnr.wa.gov/
Details
Application Deadline:
06/11/2025
Published:
05/29/2025
Starting Date:
after 7/1/2025
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$45,732 to $62,124 per year
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 2 years
Location:
n/a (Sedro-Woolley, Washington)
Description
Forest Practices Permit Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS1)
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $3,811.00 - $5,177.00 Monthly
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $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.
Contact
DNR Recruiting
contact via the web posting is preferred (see Details section)