Forest Practice District Manager, Natural Resource Specialist 6 (NRS 6)Recruitment #2026-4-3054 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE)Location: South Puget Sound Region- Enumclaw, WA - Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered. Relocation Compensation may be available and considered. Salary: $7,071.00 - $9,518.00 Monthly Please note: An additional 5% King County duty station pay has been added to the base salary listed on this announcement. Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 4/30/26. 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 South Puget Sound Region. Are you interested in a career that allows you to serve local communities by regulating forest practices? DNR is looking for a Forest Practices District Manager to lead a team of professional individuals that administer multiple RCW’s and WAC’s that protect natural resources, while promoting a viable timber industry. Duties Responsibilities:This position is responsible for supervising all functions and staff related to the Region-wide forest practice program. It has Region-wide responsibilities, including forest practices office processing and field operations. The functions managed include processing forest practice permits, compliance, enforcement, and stakeholder training. This position is responsible for tracking program deliverables, monitoring, making budget recommendations, and coordinating with applicable Division staff Qualifications Required Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in forestry or a related natural sciences field, AND (5) five years of relevant experience;OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge of forest management objectives, timber management planning, and silvicultural principles. Knowledge of the Washington SEPA process, Forest Practices rules, laws, and practices, and associated agency policies. Knowledge of logging and forest road construction practices and technology. Required Competencies: Ability to develop programs, timelines, and track accomplishments. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to clearly articulate expectations, develop and mentor staff, and ensure accountability. 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:This position works in the office and in the field. Field work requires driving on steep, remote forest roads, traversing adverse terrain, weather, and active equipmenton timber harvest operations. This position requires travel. Overnight travel is required 2-4 times per year, generally in 1-2 night increments. A current, valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience. Additionally, DNR requires state drivers to possess a license that is not suspended, revoked, or restricted (for example, Occupational/ Restricted Driver Licenses or requiring ignition interlock devices). 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:Current knowledge of forest practice statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, agency practices, and general forest management theory (such as forest fire prevention and suppression techniques, forest health issues, silviculture, logging and forest road construction equipment and use, hazardous fuels reduction techniques, and public relations). Knowledge of agency business practices, particularly related to forest practices. Knowledge of agency policies, practices, and procedures. Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position. At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. We are invested in acquiring the best and most innovative candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. It is important you consider and clearly communicate within your application materials how your education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience transfer to this position and the qualifications. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please contact us at DN - Rrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Don’t hesitate to apply!