Natural Areas Planner

More Results Natural Areas Planner Employer Washington State Department of Natural Resources Location Olympia, Washington State Salary $5,666.00 - $7,622.00 Monthly Closing date Jun 12, 2026 View more categories View less categories Sector Government Field Conservation science Discipline Ecology , Ecosystem Services , Land Management , Urban Conservation Job Level Mid level Salary Type Salary Employment Type Permanent Apply on website Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details Company Job Details Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 05/19/2026. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible. The Natural Areas Program is part of DNR's Recreation and Conservation Division that supports public use and conservation across 3 million acres of state-owned lands, implementing four DNR programs: Recreation, Natural Areas, Natural Heritage, and Conservation Acquisitions. The Natural Areas Program manages 39 natural resources conservation areas (NRCAs) and 58 natural area preserves (NAPs) for the protection and restoration, where necessary, of native ecosystems and rare plants and animals. The program coordinates and promotes educational and research access on natural areas, while offering low-impact recreation in NRCAs. The division's Natural Heritage Program houses the state's expertise and data on rare species and rare or high-quality ecological communities, with more than 7,000 data records of species and ecosystems statewide across all ownerships. The division's Conservation Acquisitions Program secures grants and appropriations for transacting about $40 million in easements or land acquisitions at any given time under a number of state and federal conservation programs. The Recreation Program supports all types of public access to the department's forested and other lands, including hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, motorcycling, ATV trail riding, camping, boating, and wildlife viewing, among others. Company 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.

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Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees. Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve. Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state's most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision. Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

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