Alaska Resource Forester 2/3 - Remote Field Work

Natural Resources; Fairbanks (AK); Sur place; USD 63 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, part of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, is seeking a Forester 2/3 in Fairbanks to support the Forestry Branch and help develop the region's timber markets.

The role requires FRPA compliance, fieldwork across Interior Alaska, and coordination with area offices in Fairbanks, Delta Junction, Tok, and Glenallen. A forestry or natural resources degree is required, with substitutions possible for higher education or experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, or closely related field with 24 semester hours / 36 quarter hours in forestry or related curricula.
• One year of professional entry‑level forestry experience OR three years of journey‑level forestry/forest resources experience.
• Master's degree may substitute for entry-level experience.
• Substitutions allow for additional education paired with journey-level experience.

Responsabilités

• Support Forestry Branch as assigned by the Northern Region Forester and Deputy Director.
• Assist in building the region's timber markets and meeting local timber demands.
• Ensure FRPA compliance and reporting; coordinate with DOF Area offices in Fairbanks, Delta Junction, Tok, and Glenallen.
• Travel to remote Interior Alaska locations; operate in challenging field conditions; may require extended travel and varied transport modes.

Connaissances

Forest management

Computer skills

Physical strength

Accountability

Standards

Formation

Bachelor's degree in forestry/natural resources

Description du poste

The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, part of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, is seeking a Forester 2/3 in Fairbanks to support the Forestry Branch and help develop the region's timber markets.

The role requires FRPA compliance, fieldwork across Interior Alaska, and coordination with area offices in Fairbanks, Delta Junction, Tok, and Glenallen. A forestry or natural resources degree is required, with substitutions possible for higher education or experience.