CLOSING DATE: June 26, 2026
POSITION: Forestry Technician I (3 positions)
SALARY: $20.34 to $22.94, per hour DOE
REPORTS TO: OND District Officer
LOCATION: OND Forestry, Nespelem, WA
Basic Functions: This is a Non-Exempt position.
BENIFITS: We have excellent benefits including full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short-and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees. Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.
QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training:
- Requires a High school diploma or equivalent, with some course work in mathematics and science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, etc). A strong math and science background is highly recommended
- Requires three (3) seasons of experience and satisfactory performance (documented by performance appraisals) at the Forestry Aide level (not including training
- Certification at the advanced firefighter or Squad Boss. Documentation will be required to verify experience. OR
- A Forestry Technician degree or a two-year Natural Resource Management degree from an accredited college or institution.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain prior to hire, a valid Washington State Driver’s License. In addition, employee must be insurable under the Tribe’s licensing requirements.
- Will complete an aptitude test (such as Velpar or pre-college) to determine acceptability or suitability for position.
- If assigned to Forest Development, must possess and maintain a Public Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Familiarity with forest environments.
- Knowledge in the use of tools and equipment specific to forestry operations.
- Knowledge of forest fire suppression techniques, up to what would be expected of some one performing at the advanced firefighter or squad boss level.
- Ability to identify all local species of trees.
- Ability to conduct various forest surveys.
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical tasks in the outside environment, under all types of weather and terrain conditions.
- Ability to make mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
- Ability to keep routine written records, with respect to contract files (completion reports, logging progress reports, etc).
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and the ability to applied guidelines to varied and specific situations.
- Ability to work flexible hours and overtime, as needed to meet work assignments.
- Skill in the use of various manual and power tools and equipment used in forestry operations.
- Familiarity and working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, data base software.
TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.
If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.
INFORMATION: Tanya Ives, HR Senior Analyst, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, (509) 634-2201. [email protected]
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent with coursework in mathematics and science
- Three seasons of experience with satisfactory performance at the Forestry Aide level (documented)
- Certification as an advanced firefighter or Squad Boss (documentation required)
- OR A Forestry Technician degree or two-year Natural Resource Management degree from an accredited college
- Familiarity with forest environments and ability to identify local tree species
- Knowledge of and skill in using tools and equipment specific to forestry operations, including manual and power tools
- Knowledge of forest fire suppression techniques up to advanced firefighter or squad boss level
- Ability to conduct various forest surveys and keep routine written records (completion reports, logging progress reports)
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical tasks outdoors under varied weather and terrain
- Ability to make mathematical computations with speed and accuracy
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and apply guidelines to varied situations
- Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
- Familiarity and working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database software
- Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license if required for the position
- May be subject to pre-employment background clearances and must maintain clearances throughout employment
What We Do
The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is a sovereign tribal government representing twelve bands in northeastern Washington. The Tribe manages roughly 1.4 million acres (about 2,100 square miles), provides government services, natural-resource stewardship, and member programs, and supports tribal enterprises and public services for thousands of enrolled members, operating a multi‑program administration that employs over a thousand people.
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