February 19, 2026
Job Announcement – Director of Forest Operations & Environmental Programs
The Washington Forest Protection Association (WFPA) seeks a highly skilled and motivated Director of Forest Operations & Environmental Programs to provide scientific and technical leadership on forest management and the implementation of Washington’s Forest Practices rules and related state and federal requirements. This critical role supports WFPA’s policy and regulatory priorities by translating science, operational realities, and compliance constraints into clear, credible recommendations for WFPA staff, member companies, and decision-makers.
The Director will evaluate the operational and economic implications of policy proposals, identify feasible alternatives, and help shape solutions that protect public resources while maintaining a viable forest products industry. The position also plays a central role in monitoring and responding to proposed rules and guidance, developing WFPA technical comments and briefings, supporting member implementation questions, and representing WFPA in technical and regulatory forums.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Forest Policy, the Director serves as staff to the WFPA Forest Policy Committee, Executive Committee, Board of Trustees, and associated task groups and ad hoc committees.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Washington’s working forests by advancing science-based, operationally workable forest policy—grounded in on-the-ground implementation realities and credible technical analysis.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for the role.
Send or email to:
Darin Cramer or Cindy Mitchell
Washington Forest Protection Association
724 Columbia St. NW, STE 250
Olympia, WA 98501
dcramer@wfpa.org or cmitchell@wfpa.org
Apply online at: SAF Jobs Board.
About the Washington Forest Protection Association
The Washington Forest Protection Association (WFPA) represents private forest landowners growing and harvesting trees on about 4 million acres in Washington State. Members of the 117-year-old association are large and small companies, individuals and families who practice sustainable forestry in Washington’s private forests. For more information, go to www.wfpa.org.