Forest Practices Rule & Board Coordinator, Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3)

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

The State of Washington’s Department of Natural Resources seeks a Forest Practices Rule & Board Coordinator, Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3) in Olympia. You’ll manage rulemaking, coordinate with staff and the Forest Practices Board, and ensure records and communications meet legal requirements.

Required are a relevant bachelor’s degree and several years of experience with environmental law, board processes, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in public administration or a natural resources-related area AND two (2) years of relevant professional experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Comprehensive Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures Act, Regulatory Fairness Act, and Open Public Meetings Act.
• Familiarity with the Forest Practices Act and the State Environmental Policy Act.
• Knowledge and Competency with the goal of the Forest Practices rules, arrangement of the Board Manual sections, and operational policies and guidance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint.
• Experience managing files and retaining important records and documents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with Division rule leads in developing forest practices rules and implementing the steps necessary for rule adoption.
• Acts as rule lead for some expedited rule makings.
• Responsible for Board’s rulemaking records management.
• Assists with all aspects of Board Manual maintenance, editing, and approval.
• Coordinates Board meeting logistics and communications.
• Serves as the Board liaison and public records point of contact.
• Monitors legislative activities and conducts bill analyses affecting rulemaking.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Facilitation

Collaboration

Communication

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or natural resources-related area

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Forest Practices Rule & Board Coordinator, Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3)

Recruitment #2026-10-2274
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE)
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,980.00 - $6,708.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/22/26. 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 Forest Practices Division as a Forest Practices Rule & Board Coordinator, Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3). The successful applicant will become part of a team working in the engaging and dynamic Forest Practices arena dedicated to serving our forest landowners, conservation, and Tribal communities with a commitment to collaborative work and the shared goals of the Forests and Fish Report. The Rule & Board Coordinator serves as the primary staff for the Forest Practices Board (Board) and the rules coordinator for the Forest Practices Rules. This position is the liaison for the Board and works with other staff to manage the Board’s communications, meetings, record retention, and reporting obligations. This position coordinates Board-directed rulemaking and guidance development related to the Forest Practices Rules, including managing timelines and workgroup facilitation.

We are seeking someone flexible, detail-focused, able to understand and explain multifaceted processes, track rule and guidance interactions, and with strong skills in project management, collaboration, problem-solving, and facilitation.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with Division rule leads in developing forest practices rules and implementing the steps necessary for rule adoption
• Acts as rule lead for some expedited rule makings
• Responsible for Board’s rulemaking records management
• Assists with all aspects of Board Manual maintenance, editing, and approval.

Board Coordination:

• Serves as the Board meeting coordinator
• Serves as the communications liaison for the Board
• Serves as the Public Disclosure Request office for the Forest Practices Board.
• Serves as point of contact for staff and Board regarding requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act and the Open Public Meetings Act, in consultation with the Attorney General’s Office
• Monitors legislative activities and conducts bill analyses that affect the Board’s rulemaking process or duties.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in public administration or a natural resources-related area AND two (2) years of relevant professional experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Comprehensive Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures Act, Regulatory Fairness Act, and Open Public Meetings Act.
• Familiarity with the Forest Practices Act and the State Environmental Policy Act.
• Knowledge and Competency with the goal of the Forest Practices rules, arrangement of the Board Manual sections, and operational policies and guidance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint.
• Experience managing files and retaining important records and documents.

Required Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and self-motivated individual.
• 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 ensure requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• Normal work schedule is Monday to Friday. This is an office position at an open workstation (i.e., cubicle) in the Division's work area at the Natural Resources Building in Olympia. Occasional room set-up (moving office furniture) and lifting boxes as needed. Workstation is subject to background noise such as nearby conversations and white noise generated by the HVAC systems.
• Occasional travel may occur; a DNR vehicle will be available when needed.

Desired Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in public administration or a natural resources-related area AND three (3) years of professional experience in natural resource management/planning, land use, urban, regional, or environmental studies. OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience with the Forest Practices Adaptive Management Program including the relationships between the Board, the Timber, Fish & Wildlife Policy Committee and the Cooperative Monitoring Evaluation and Research (CMER) Committee.

You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

These qualifications are not required. However, it can help you stand out as a candidate and should be highlighted in your application material.

At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please email us at [e-mail].

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women's Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Additional Information:

This recruitment may be extended and used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

DNR does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Veterans wishing to claim Veterans' preference, please attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or a USDVA signed verification of service letter. Please black out all PII (personally identifiable information) data, such as Social Security numbers. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

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