Forest Resilience Fiscal Analyst, Fiscal Analyst 2 (FA2)

Description

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $3,811.00 - $5,117.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 4/10/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Are you a numbers geek? Do you like to reconcile data and make sure that everything lines up how it should when it comes to how we are spending taxpayer dollars? Are you passionate about fiscal controls and care? Are you looking to combine your accounting/financial know-how with forest health outcomes for Washingtonians across all types of landownership? Get excited about how forest health treatments, including prescribed fire, can make Washington more resilient to wildfires. Learn about how Urban Community Forestry brings tree canopy equity with all its benefits to cities and towns across our state. Get riled up about the Emerald Ash Borer Beetle and be part of mitigating the havoc it causes. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity to connect your impulses for orderly fiscal reconciliations with positive forest health outcomes within our Forest Resilience Division as a Fiscal Analyst 2.

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day responsibilities include working with division staff and contracts team to compile and code payment requests and travel expense vouchers, reviewing expenses for accuracy and reconciliation against contract and program manager records, timeliness, and alignment with state and agency fiscal policies, finding errors and submitting corrections as needed.
• Create reports and analyses to inform budget planning and management decision-making. Create and maintain tracking mechanisms for accountability of financial processes within the Division. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

• One year of relevant professional experience.
• Experience performing a variety of advanced and complex accounting and financial tasks.
• Advanced experience using all Microsoft Office products, database management, and financial software/systems.
• Experience in preparing financial reports and statements.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Competent in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Work independently or as a part of a team on assigned tasks.
• Time management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and organize workloads.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
• Reliability to be on the job.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• This position is in an office setting located at the Natural Resources Building, in Olympia, WA. There may be occasional times when the employee is required to function away from their normal workspace, both on and off-site. Work is primarily indoors but may offer opportunities to visit and review site-specific activities of Forest Resilience programs.
• Travel for this position is minimal (less than 5%); traveling to DNR facilities (regions, work centers, nursery, etc.) and lands managed or controlled by the agency.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
• Fifteen (15) course credit hours of accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
• Experience in government accounting.
• Excellent keyboard and ten-key skills.

Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at [email protected]. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don’t hesitate to apply!

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position, and how you meet the position's required, desired, and special requirements as applicable.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: 3-5 professional references with current telephone numbers, to include your 2 most recent supervisors. You may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at [email protected] with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

Questions?  Please contact Yvonne Pitrof at [email protected]/564-999-3001 or e-mail us at [email protected]

Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email [email protected]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). 
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.
Our Core Values:

• 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.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.
 
DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference, please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22, or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching it. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, call 360-664-1960 or 1-877-664-1960 or email [email protected].

Check us out on: DNR’s website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | WordPress