Federal Lands Restoration Specialist Lead; NRS

Description

Central Unit Restoration Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3);
Northwest Unit Restoration Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)
Recruitment #2026-7-A493/A494
Full-time, Project, Represented positions (WPEA)
Anticipated Project Employment is through June 2037
Location:
Wenatchee and Arlington, WA
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:

• 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.
• Experience applying the theory and principles of Good Neighbor Authority.

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• Work is performed in a mixture of office/field environments. Fieldwork requires traversing steep, rugged terrain and working in inclement weather. This position is eligible for flextime schedule variations and telework agreements with prior approval from the direct supervisor
• Position requires travel outside of the region for meetings, duty assignments, training sessions, and fire assignments and includes statewide travel and potential interstate travel
• A current, valid driver’s license and 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.

Desired

Qualifications:

These qualifications are not required but can help you stand out as a candidate. They include knowledge of environmental planning principles, NEPA process, and related fields, plus two years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning.

At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. For questions, please email DNRrecruiting.gov.

Application Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification.

• Online Application:
  Apply eers.wa.gov
• Cover Letter:
  Tailor to this job posting
• Resume:
  Include work history, education, volunteer work, life skills, and relevant information
• References:
  Optional at submission; provide at least three professional references if asked
• Complete All Supplemental Questions:
  Provide comprehensive answers
• Important:
  Do not attach documents with photos or private information
• Email Communication:
  You may be contacted via email for interview information

There is the potential for an in-person field interview for final candidates.

Please contact Tom Franz for questions about the Central Unit Restoration Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3), and Chris Danilson for questions about the Northwest Unit Restoration Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3).

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR): DNR is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. Visithttp://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

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