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

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington; On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Work/life balance

DNR Employee Resource Groups

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Washington Department of Natural Resources in Olympia, WA seeks a Forest Practices Rule & Board Coordinator, Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3). This full-time, permanent role supports the Forest Practices Board, coordinates rulemaking, and ensures records retention and reporting.

You will manage communications, meetings, and timelines, facilitate workgroups, and collaborate with staff, board members, and tribal partners to advance forest practices policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration or a natural resources-related area AND two (2) years of relevant professional experience.
• 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 Forest Practices rules, 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 steps for rule adoption.
• Acts as rule lead for some expedited rule makings.
• Responsible for Board’s rulemaking records management.
• Assists with Board Manual maintenance, editing, and approval.
• 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.
• Interacts with staff and Board regarding requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act and the Open Public Meetings Act.
• Monitors legislative activities and conducts bill analyses affecting the Board’s rulemaking process.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Collaboration

Facilitation

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint)

Job description

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.

Duties

Responsibilities:

Rule Coordination:

• 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 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.

• 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.

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].

Supplemental Information

Questions? Please contact Maggie Franquemont at [e-mail]/564-233-8359 or email us at [e-mail].

Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). At DNR, we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Our Vision: Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.

Our Mission: Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Our Values:

• Integrity—Staff who work at the Department of Natural Resources are principled and consistent on behalf of all Washingtonians.
• Respect—Employees value and respect the public DNR serves, and one another.
• Professionalism—The Agency is committed to professionalism and civil conduct.
• Joy—DNR’s work involves some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities impacting Washington, which staff meet with curiosity and gratitude.

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 Veteran’s 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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