Forest Ranger I - Area 32

State of Mississippi; Morton (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Forest Ranger I for Area 32, covering Lauderdale, Newton, and Scott Counties. This full-time role involves fire suppression duties, equipment maintenance, and timber marking under a Forester’s supervision in a multi-county area.

The position requires integrity, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to public safety, with a CDL to be obtained within the first year and a pre-employment drug screen. Salary range reflects statewide compensation.

Qualifications

• Integrity and honesty expected; responsible and trustworthy.
• Strong work ethic; diligent, timely, and loyal.
• Commitment to quality public service and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of a forest fire suppression crew in a defined area.
• Loads/unloads firefighting equipment and maintains gear.
• Maintains work centers and assists in maintenance of equipment.
• Constructs and maintains fire breaks and clears lines.
• Assists in timber marking and forest resource management tasks.
• Performs duties under supervision of a Forester; may receive direction from a Forestry Technician.
• Assists in information and education programs related to fire safety.
• Uses county maps and dispatch directions to locate tracts; performs related duties.

Skills

Integrity and Honesty

Work Ethic

Service Orientation

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Forest Ranger I - Area 32 in 62 - SCOTT COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$30,000.00 - $40,990.07 Annually

Location

62 - SCOTT COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9389-0451-20261020S

0451 - FORESTRY COMMISSION

Opening Date

10/23/2026

11/6/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$30,000.00

$40,990.07

About the Agency

Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has been a leader in the protection, management, and sustainability of the state's forests for 95 years. The MFC provides expert management, protection, and information needed to keep Mississippi's approximately 19.2 million acres of forestland healthy, productive, and prosperous. For additional information, contact Brooke Hanna, Human Resource Director, [e-mail].

This position is with the Mississippi Forestry Commission in Area 32 with duties and responsibilities in Lauderdale, Newton, and Scott Counties. This is routine work involved in serving as a member of a forest fire suppression crew in an assigned area of the state. The work involves working as a member of a crew in preventing and suppressing forest fires, maintenance of firefighting equipment, construction and maintenance of fire breaks, assisting in timber marking, loading and unloading firefighting equipment, using hand tools in suppressing fires, and maintaining work centers. The work is performed under the general direction of a Forester. Direct supervision may be delegated to a Forestry Technician or other superior.— Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as a member of the fire control unit.


• Assists in loading and unloading tractors and other firefighting equipment.


• Assists in servicing equipment and making minor repairs.


• Serves as a member of a timber marking crew.


• Assists in the maintenance of work centers.


• Constructs and maintains fire breaks.


• Assists in plowing fire lines.


• Assists in improving timber stands and other resource management practices.


• Assists in information and education programs.


• Assists in locating tracts using a county road map and following central dispatch directions.


• Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

What you'll need to be Successful

Integrity and Honesty: Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to the public trust through statements and actions. Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and promises. Demonstrates integrity by maintaining necessary confidentiality. Work Ethic: Is productive, diligent, conscientious, timely, and loyal. Conscientiously abides by the rules, regulations, and procedures governing work. Service Orientation: Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions.

Preferred Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required. Employees must possess or obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the first year of employment. Additionally, candidates must pass a walking fitness test and a pre-employment drug screening.

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Employer State of Mississippi

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201