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Natural Resource Engineer 2
Olympic Region
Recruitment # 2015-06-5599-05321
SALARY RANGE: $3,819 - $5,010 per month plus a comprehensive benefit package including retirement and generous paid holidays and vacation and sick leave.
LOCATION: Beautiful and scenic Forks, Washington
OPEN UNTIL FILLED. First review is June 24th
Note: It is to your advantage to submit your materials sooner than later. Recruitment may close at any time without prior notification.
POSITION PROFILE:
This position independently performs assigned Forest Engineering work in field and office, designing forest transportation and harvesting systems and administration of construction/maintenance contracts for the Coast District of the Olympic Region. Work is primarily in support of the Timber Sale program, designing road plans for inclusion to timber sale contracts. The annual cut is approximately 57 mmbf consisting of Variable Retention Harvests and Variable Density Thinnings.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· One year as a Natural Resource Engineer 1; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Forest Engineering and, subsequent to graduation, two years of engineering experience in harvest system design, forest transportation system design and forest construction/maintenance contract administration.
The following substitutions may be made for the education and experience requirements in this option:
· Registration as an Engineer-in Training will substitute for education.
· Registration as a Professional Forest Engineer or Civil Engineer in the State of Washington or another State based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington will substitute for either the education or experience requirements.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
· A Bachelor’s degree in Forest Engineering
· Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
· This position requires driving as an essential function. Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience
· Ability to work on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
· Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
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