Forester I-Service Forester

Agriculture & Consumer Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

North Carolina Forest Service, part of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, seeks a Forester I to provide professional forest management oversight across multiple counties. Primary duties include data analysis, writing management plans for private forests, and coordinating with consulting foresters and other agencies.

Responsibilities also cover environmental compliance inspections and rapid response during emergencies such as fires or disasters; residency in NC is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry from SAF-accredited institution or equivalent.
• Knowledge of forest management principles and data collection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and written/oral communication.
• Ability to work in a team and remain calm under stress.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze forest data to provide technical advice to landowners.
• Write management plans for non-industrial private forest landowners.
• Interact with consulting foresters and other land managers for forestry advice.
• Conduct environmental compliance inspections for forestry regulations.
• Respond to emergencies such as wildland fires and natural disasters.

Skills

Forest management

Data collection & analysis

MS Office

Written and oral communication

Team player

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forestry

Job description

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Job Classification Title Forester I (NS) Position Number 60031772 Grade NC11

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

This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered.

The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, 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.

The Service Forester provides professional oversight and expertise in the forest management program to multiple counties in assigned District.

Position requires:

• Collecting and analyzing forest data to provide technical advice to landowners
• Writing management plans for non-industrial private forest landowners
• Interacts with consulting foresters, as well as other professional state and local government land managers for forestry related technical assistance
• Conducting environmental compliance inspections for regulations related to forestry activities
• Responds in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters

Work Hours

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. Residency requirements discussed at time of interview.

Duty Station Location: 861 Berea Church Road Elizabeth City, NC 27909

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- $45,431-$79,504

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of forest management.
• Knowledge of collecting and analyzing forestry data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress.

Additional Eligibility and Compliance

All 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.

All positions requiring a commercial driver's license shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals.

Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment.

If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.

* Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.

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.

Bachelor’s degree in forestry from a Society of American Foresters (SAF) accredited institution; or registered by the North Carolina Board of Registration for Foresters; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirement

Those not registered at the time of hire must obtain registration as a Forester from the NC Board of Registration for Foresters within two years of employment.

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.

Recruiter / Employer Information

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

State Application Resources / Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree.

Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

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