Seed Orchard Development Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)

Seed orchards are blocks of trees, similar to fruit orchards, that are managed to produce seed that is sent to our nursery to grow tree seedlings

• Lay out and establish new orchard sites
• Restore older orchard sites, including inventory and thinning
• Monitor orchard conditions
• Evaluate orchard cultural practices to find improved techniques

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, horticulture, or a closely related field
• Knowledge of forest stand establishment practices, including site preparation, planting and vegetation management
• Knowledge of tree maintenance and horticultural care
• Experience navigating in unfamiliar remote areas using maps, photos, GPS, or other navigational aids
• Experience using computers and common software applications, such as MS Word and Excel, and ideally MS Access

• Relocation Compensation may be available
• Health insurance
• 401k matching
• Vacation days
• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance program

The Washington Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer