Stewardship Fish and Wildlife Biologist

• Provide on-site fish and wildlife resource assessments for private forest landowners.
• Develop and implement fish and wildlife habitat management components of management plans.
• Lead statewide biological studies and develop program policies related to wildlife habitat on private forest land.
• Deliver educational presentations and materials to landowners and natural resource professionals.

This role helps non-industrial private forest landowners improve wildlife habitat on their property, contributing to the restoration and sustainability of Washington's forested ecosystems and supporting healthy communities.

• Bachelor of Science in fish and wildlife biology, wildlife management, or closely related field AND five years of professional experience in forest fish and wildlife habitat management in the Pacific Northwest.
• Experience in silvicultural and forest management practices in the Pacific Northwest.
• Experience teaching or providing group presentations to small forest landowners or non-technical audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and online presentation tools.

Salary: $5,812.00 - $7,817.00 Monthly. 100% remote telework within WA. Work hours flexibility may be available. Relocation compensation may be available.

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forest Resilience Division works to restore and sustain ecological functions of Washington’s forested landscapes and support healthy and resilient communities through forest health-related activities.