Forester II, Area 41: Forest Management & Protection Lead

State of Mississippi; Liberty (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi's Forestry Commission in Area 41 seeks a Forester II in AMITE County, MS, responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering forest protection and management programs. This professional role includes preparing plans for landowners, marking timber, and assisting in market access while supervising prescribed burns.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of forestry experience and licensure as a Registered Forester, or licensure within the first year of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of forestry experience.
• Licensure as a Registered Forester or able to obtain during first year of employment.
• Experience in forest protection, management planning, or administrative services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and develop forest protection, forest management or administrative programs.
• Prepare detailed forest management plans for landowners; mark timber; assist in locating timber markets; supervise prescribed burning activities.

Skills

Integrity

Work Ethic

Service Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Registered Forester Licensure

Job description

State of Mississippi's Forestry Commission in Area 41 seeks a Forester II in AMITE County, MS, responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering forest protection and management programs. This professional role includes preparing plans for landowners, marking timber, and assisting in market access while supervising prescribed burns.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of forestry experience and licensure as a Registered Forester, or licensure within the first year of