County Forester-Forestry, Land and Parks

Lincoln County; Merrill (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln County Forestry Land and Parks Department seeks a Forestry Technician or related role to assist in managing county forest resources and parks programs. The position supports timber sale development, planting, road and trail projects, and related field operations in Lincoln County, Wisconsin.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Forestry (or related field) with 3–5 years of field forestry experience and is prepared to work on-site across county lands, including responsibilities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related field with three to five years field forestry experience.

Responsibilities

• Carries out timber sale establishment on County forest lands, including cruising timber and marking boundaries.
• Ensures annual allowable cut goals are met and that all sales comply with forest certification standards.
• Plans and supervises planting programs, road/trail construction and maintenance, and related field activities.
• Inspects and assists with tree removal and planting operations on County forest lands.
• Investigates potential issues including theft, trespass, insect or disease concerns, and contract violations.
• Assists with implementing fire control programs and wildfire suppression efforts, when needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to assist with the management of both timber and non-timber resources on the county forest; to assist with duties associated with the county's parks/recreation program; to assist with maintenance/development projects undertaken by the department; and to assist with any other tasks performed by the Lincoln County Forestry Land and Parks Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out the establishment of timber sales on County forest lands, including identifying potential timber sale sites, cruising timber, laying out timber sale boundaries, marking timber, updating recon data.
• Ensures annual allowable cut goals are met and that all sales comply with forest certification standards.
• Participates in the planning, layout, and supervision of planting programs, road and trail construction and maintenance, trail mowing, and related field activities.
• Inspects and assists with tree removal and planting operations on County forest lands.
• Investigates and reports potential issues including theft, trespass, insect or disease concerns, and contract violations.
• Follows established safety rules, protocols, and procedures.
• Assists with implementing fire control programs, reducing fire hazards, and may assist with wildfire suppression efforts.
• Provides technical forestry assistance to private landowners upon request.
• Assists with the planning, implementation and maintenance of various forest and park recreation programs.
• May train and supervise seasonal or temporary employees.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and documentation.
• Assists with implementing the Invasive Species/Forest Pest Control program, including handling and applying herbicides and other forestry-use chemicals.

OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related field with three to five years field forestry experience, or any combination of education and Experience That Provides Equivalent Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities.