Forest Ranger II - Area 33

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Forest Ranger II for Area 33 (64 - Simpson County, MS). The role involves working as part of a forest fire suppression crew and duties including maintaining equipment, building fire breaks, and timber marking support.

The position covers Hinds, Rankin, and Simpson Counties with CDL required within the first year. Open to qualified candidates with a high school diploma/equivalency and 1–3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 1-3 years of experience are typically required.
• Candidates must possess or obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the first year of employment.
• A walking fitness test and a pre-employment drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member on the fire control unit.
• Assist in loading and unloading tractors and other firefighting equipment.
• Assist in servicing equipment and making minor repairs.
• Serve as a member of a timber marking crew.
• Assist in the maintenance of work centers.
• Construct and maintain fire breaks.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1-3 years experience

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Forest Ranger II - Area 33 in 64 - SIMPSON COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$30,000.00 - $40,990.07 Annually

Location

64 - SIMPSON COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9390-0451-20261020S

0451 - FORESTRY COMMISSION

Opening Date

10/23/2026

10/27/2026 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 100 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 33 with duties and responsibilities in Hinds, Rankin, and Simpson 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 on 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.
• Will learn to operate a bulldozer and transport
• 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

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 1-3 years of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, plus at least 3 years' related experience. 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