Please see notice below for information on a unique employment opportunity in outdoor recreation.
Teanaway Recreation Specialist / Natural Resource Specialist 3Southeast Region – EllensburgRecruitment # 2020-11-3347
This is a full-time, permanent, represented position.
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Are you interested in working in a position that leaves a lasting impact on outdoor recreation in eastern Washington? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment? The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is looking for a friendly, driven individual to be their Teanaway Recreation Specialist.
The Teanaway Community Forest demonstrates how conservation, sustainable forestry, and community partnership goals can be achieved. This beautiful 50,241-acre landscape lies at the headwaters of the Yakima Basin watershed. The state purchased the land in 2013 with funding provided by the Legislature and established Washington’s first state-owned community forest. The forest contains nearly 400 miles of free-flowing streams and prime habitat for fish and wildlife. It has a history of grazing and timber harvests and offers unique recreation opportunities. The law establishing the forest set up clear goals, including maintaining and where possible expanding recreation opportunities consistent with watershed protection, for activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, camping birding, and snowmobiling.
In December 2018, DNR, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and the Teanaway Community Forest Advisory Committee completed the Teanaway Community Forest Recreation Plan after more than 18 months of collaborative work with recreationists and the surrounding communities. The Teanaway is now entering into the 15-year implementation phase.
The recreation plan was developed to support the five management goals of the forest while providing opportunities for activities including hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, boating, scenic driving, snowmobiling, and motorcycling, as well as fishing, hunting, and nature activities. The agencies and the advisory committee established five goals for the recreation plan:
The individual to fill this position will be heavily involved in the implementation of this plan, and will be expected to encourage people to participate in the recreation site development processes throughout the implementation phase. Collaboration with stakeholders is a key element of community forest work.
This position provides professional level recreation expertise on DNR uplands managed for current and future citizens for the state to 1) sustain long-term ecosystem and economic viability; and 2) ensure long-term access to the forest lands and the benefits derived from them. Sustaining longterm ecosystem protection and productivity is achieved through planning, enhancing and managing public use on state trust lands. This position helps Southeast region achieve the mission through strong leadership, thoughtful decision making, and excellent planning.
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The Location
One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located in Ellensburg.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected for most office activities. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to their assigned duty station for work activities or may be approved for telework based on DNR’s telework policy.
Why work for DNR?
At DNR, we value public service, innovation and creative problem solving, safety and well-being, and leadership and teamwork. At DNR you’ll support the vision of a sustainable future by using your skills to protect and manage the state’s natural resources for both current and future generations. As a DNR employee, you’ll work with the public’s interest in mind as we manage more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. But managing lands is only half of our story. We house the Washington Geological Survey, a dynamic program that is the primary source of geological products and services in support of decision making in Washington. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.
We are nearly 1,500 employees strong and dedicated to making DNR a great place to work. Our mission is to serve Washington’s lands and communities; build strong and healthy rural communities; enhance forest health and wildfire management; strengthen the health and resilience of our lands and waters; and increase public engagement and commitment to our public lands and resources. In partnership with citizens and governments, we provide innovative leadership and expertise to ensure environmental protection, public safety, perpetual funding for schools and communities, and a rich quality of life. At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally, economically and socially for current and future generations.
What makes DNR a great place to work?
Application Process
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
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Questions? Please contact Stephanie Margheim at (509) 571-0279, [email protected] or e-mail us at [email protected].
