Natural Resource Police Officer; NRPO

Natural Resource Police Officer (NRPO)

Recruitment #2026-2-A291

Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (Teamsters)

Location: Northeast Region - Colville, WA (must reside within Okanogan, Lincoln, Ferry or Stevens County)

Work Hour flexibility may be available and considered

Relocation Compensation may be available and considered

Salary: $5,666.00 - $7,622.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 3/5/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Northeast Region as a Natural Resource Police Officer (NRPO).

Natural Resource Police Officers are armed, uniformed police officers sworn to enforce the laws of the State of Washington and the Constitution of the United States on all lands protected by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. They are committed to protecting public safety, state assets, and the environment. They are assigned to geographical areas with the purpose of investigating, identifying, and initiating prosecution of those individuals who commit crimes on state‑protected lands.

This position reports directly to the Natural Resources Police Sergeant.

• Identifies and prioritizes areas that experience indiscriminate use in order to identify violators and/or deter such acts.
• Provides proactive patrols, issues citations and infractions utilizing various methods, such as the use of assigned patrol vehicles and/or off‑road vehicles to access areas of remote or limited access.
• Completes reports, collects and preserves evidence, creates and executes search warrants, and testifies in criminal and civil courts. Attend administrative hearings and collaborate with local, county, state, and federal enforcement agencies in areas of joint jurisdiction or as needed in special cases.
• Conducts complex criminal and civil investigations on lands protected by the Department of Natural Resources, such as theft of specialized forest products on state lands.
• Coordinates enforcement patrols with regional personnel to address special events or identified issues.
• Assist wildfire investigators with the enforcement of Forest Protection laws when requested.
• Maintains cross‑agency commission with local, county, state, and federal agencies.
• Works with assigned region staff to provide oversight on signage that enhances compliance and enforcement.
• Works with assigned region staff to identify problem areas and recommend solutions to gain compliance with agency rules and regulations.
• Initiates or participates in public outreach and education activities.
• Works with the Department of Natural Resources Communications and Outreach section to address specific issues through the use of social media outlets.
• Completes monthly reports.
• Maintains and updates computer‑aided dispatch logs.
• Provides the required care, upkeep, and maintenance of assigned equipment, including but not limited to 4x4 patrol vehicle, firearms, all‑terrain off‑road vehicles, chainsaws, radios, and other assigned equipment.
• Conducts annual inspections of assigned equipment, including documenting tracked equipment on required forms.
• Attends regional meetings if requested.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) Basic Law Enforcement Academy per RCW  OR Basic Law Enforcement Equivalency Academy (BLEEA) per WAC  OR A Washington CJTC‑recognized basic law enforcement certificate from another state.
• Four years’ experience as a fully commissioned police officer, deputy sheriff, or state trooper.
• Excellent verbal, non‑verbal, and written communication skills.
• 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.
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  Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
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