Educational State Forest Ranger

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina, North Carolina Forest Service, Clayton, NC, seeks a Forestry Technician I (S) to support education programs, field operations, and forest management tasks. The role involves coordinating volunteers, maintaining trails and facilities, enforcing forest regulations, and assisting in wildfire response.

The position requires related education/experience as described, with duties including participation in a management plan and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution.
• High school or GED diploma and two years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Present forestry/environmental education programs to schools, civic groups, the general public.
• Coordinate volunteers, community service workers, and prison inmates.
• Design, layout and maintain forest trails, picnic areas, buildings, and exhibits; perform routine janitorial duties.
• Enforce rules and regulations applicable to the forest.
• Assist in wildfire suppression and may be a member of an Incident Management Team.
• Develop and implement the forest’s management plan including prescribed burning and timber-related activities.

Skills

Forest management

Wildfire suppression

GPS GIS

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Associate degree in forest management or environmental/natural science

High school diploma or GED with 2 years forestry experience

Educational equivalency

Tools

None

Job description

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

North Carolina Forest Service

Job Classification Title

Forestry Technician I (S)

Position Number

60032275

Grade

NC07

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and experience or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position then, an applicant who does not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for hire as a trainee. Salary for a trainee may be set lower than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting. The salary is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and experience to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.

The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, resource management, and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina.

Educational State Forest Ranger duties include but are not limited to the presentation of forestry/environmental education programs to schools, civic groups, the general public, teach and environmental education workshops. Rangers assist in the design and development of such programs. Will often be working and coordinating volunteers, community service workers, and prison inmates. Rangers also design layout and maintain forest trails, picnic areas, buildings, and exhibits, including routine janitorial duties. They are responsible for enforcing rules and regulations applicable to the forest.

They assist in wildfire suppression efforts and may be a member of an Incident Management Team. Will be involved in the development and implementation of the forest’s management plan including but not limited to prescribed burning, oversight in areas of timber harvesting, site preparation, reforestation, timber stand improvement, water quality, and wildlife. Rangers can be involved with district and out-of-district projects as assigned.

Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response.

Overnight travel will be required.

Duty Station Location:

2411 Old US 70 W, Clayton, NC

This position requires the successful completion of employer-provided Ranger Training.

Official NC Forest Service uniform and a State-owned vehicle will be provided to support everyday job responsibilities.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $65,408

• Knowledge of forest management, wildfire suppression or use of GPS/GIS software.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to accomplish goals


• Must be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate’s related education and experience.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an \"equivalent combination of education and experience.\" If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license required within 90 days of hire.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.