The Tulalip Tribes
The Tulalip Tribes publicly announces that Indian Preference in hiring shall apply to Tulalip Tribal job opportunities according to our Preference Code.
DEPARTMENT: Forestry
JOB SUMMARY: The Conservation Forester will support the development and implementation of site-specific off-reservation forest management plans that integrate traditional ecological and forestry knowledge with modern and innovative forestry practices. Coordinate and oversee activities related to forest inventory, data collection, hazardous fuels reduction, invasive species control, and wildlife and aquatic habitat enhancement. Work with contractors and internal staff to ensure project and grant goals are met on time and within budget. Facilitate interdepartmental and interjurisdictional coordination to align land management efforts with broader environmental strategies. Assists in establishing demonstration sites and supports Tulalip’s participation in emerging ecological markets.
COMPENSATION: $DOE
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Conservation Biology, Natural Resources or related field.
- Master’s Degree in related field preferred.
MINIMUM RELATED EXPERIENCE
- Five (5) years of forestry and/or natural resource related project experience.
- Five (5) years of experience performing data collection.
- Two (2) years of experience in project or contract management.
- Two (2) years of experience with grant management and reporting.
- One (1) year of experience with reading maps and using a compass.
- Six (6) months of experience working with chainsaws, weed eaters, brush mower, hydraulic wood splitter, woodchipper, and manual forestry tools.
- Six (6) months of experience using forestry data collection equipment (i.e. Laser, Relaskop, Prism, Data logger, Diameter tape, Increment borer, GPS units, etc.).
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES
- WA State Driver License. (Personal Auto Insurance)
- Must adhere to the Motor Vehicle Regulations (Abstract Required)
- CPR/First Aid Certificate.
- Must complete an Agility exam to determine if physically capable of performing the job.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a grant funded contracted position.