Forest and Conservation Technicians

Course Advisor

United States

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Course Advisor is looking for a Forest and Conservation Technician in the United States to provide technical assistance in the conservation of natural resources. Responsibilities include performing reforestation, patrolling park areas, and providing educational support. The ideal candidate should possess critical thinking skills and be adept at analyzing data related to forestry practices. Knowledge of software tools like Microsoft Excel and ESRI ArcGIS is essential. This position offers an opportunity to assist in protecting and improving wildlife habitats.

Qualifications

Ability to provide technical assistance regarding conservation.
Skilled in inspecting trees and collecting samples.
Knowledge of forestry education and providing advice.

Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance regarding conservation of soil and water.
Perform reforestation and tree planting programs.
Patrol park areas to protect resources.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Reading Comprehension

Judgment and Decision Making

Speaking

Time Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ESRI ArcGIS software

Web browser software

Job description

Forest and Conservation Technician

What Do Forest and Conservation Technician Do?

Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts, under the direction of foresters; or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation, fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.

Life As a Conservation Technician

Perform reforestation or forest renewal, including nursery and silviculture operations, site preparation, seeding and tree planting programs, cone collection, and tree improvement.
Patrol park or forest areas to protect resources and prevent damage.
Keep records of the amount and condition of logs taken to mills.
Provide technical support to forestry research programs in areas such as tree improvement, seed orchard operations, insect and disease surveys, or experimental forestry and forest engineering research.
Inspect trees and collect samples of plants, seeds, foliage, bark, and roots to locate insect and disease damage.
Provide forestry education and general information, advice, and recommendations to woodlot owners, community organizations, and the general public.

What Every Conservation Technician Should Know

Forest and Conservation Technicians state the following job skills are important in their day‑to‑day work.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

Related Job Titles for this Occupation

Forestry Aide
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Forest Technician
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Job Outlook for Forest and Conservation Technicians

In the United States, there were 33,200 jobs for Forest and Conservation Technician in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 3.9% which is below the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1,300 new jobs for Forest and Conservation Technician by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 4,000 job openings in this field each year.

What Tools & Technology Do Forest and Conservation Technicians Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Forest and Conservation Technicians: