Natural Resource Camp Manager

Natural Resource Camp Manager, WMS1
Recruitment #2024-4-4271
Full-time, WMS1, Non-represented position
Location: South Puget Sound Region-Littlerock, WA
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $76,032.00 - $88,681.00 Annually 
To allow for growth and salary progression the full salary range is: $76,032.00 - $93,347.00 Annually 

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. We are currently seeking a Natural Resource Camp Manager. The Natural Resource Camp Manager's responsibilities include management of all functions and staff related to the DNR Camp at Cedar Creek Corrections Center. This position fosters positive working relationships among the Department of Corrections, Region Fire Staff, State Lands Staff, Tribes, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Parks, Washington State Department of Ecology, Conservation Districts, and others. The position represents the Department's interests in private operations, business, government officials, and the public where there are complex and sensitive issues, providing input and recommending actions. The highest priority for this position is to create a culture of safety in the camp operation. The position is responsible for both professional and technical staff including hiring, training, and corrective action. The position is accountable for achieving all program deliverables, managing the camps program region budget, coordinating with appropriate Wildfire Division staff regarding program implementation, and resolving issues in support of DNR's mission and guiding principles. They also work closely with the other Camp Managers and the Camp's Program Manager.

Required Qualifications: 
 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Management or Natural Resource Management AND Three years of experience with a demonstrated progression in leadership responsibilities in the areas of land and resource management and/or personnel management;
  OR An Associate’s Degree in Forest Management or Natural Resource Management AND Five years of experience with a demonstrated progression in leadership responsibilities in the areas of land and resource management and/or personnel management;
  OR A combination of equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of one year of team leadership experience.
• Demonstrated work experience prioritizing, assigning, and tracking work assignments.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with a diverse range of internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, accurately, and effectively in writing and orally with clients ranging from field staff and foresters; to customers, stakeholders, and other agency counterparts.
• Working knowledge of forestry, including basic knowledge of forestry fundamentals as they relate to performing silvicultural work and forest fire suppression, such as reading maps, sampling techniques, and understanding of silvicultural objectives.