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Forest Roads Civil Engineer

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Port Angeles, Washington

Job Type Permanent
Salary $75,108 - $100,980 per year
Benefits http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html
Deadline Nov 02, 2025

Straits District Engineer, Civil Engineer 3 (CE3)
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $6,259.00 - $8,415.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/20/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates and communicates with Region Roads Engineers and District timber sale staff to provide engineering support and expertise in timber sale unit design, road layout, and compliance.
  • Conceives, designs, stakes, and administers the construction of select public works projects.
  • Supervise, assign work, and mentor subordinates in timber sale roads planning, preparation, documentation, and contract administration.
  •  Work with District Unit Foresters to train entry-level foresters in proper road location, rock and culvert quantities, and timber sale road compliance.

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Forest or Civil Engineering AND three years of professional experience;
    OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Experience in stream crossing structure design.
  • Experience in road design, construction, and maintenance, including analysis of logging operations.
  • Experience in contract preparation and administration.
  • Experience in surveying and surveying principles.
  • Experience designing fish passage structures and bridges.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Facilitation and negotiation skills.
  • Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
HOW TO APPLY

View a complete position description with full application instructions at careers.wa.gov

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Category Forestry, General / Stewardship
Tags Environmental Planning