Forester IV: Field & Forest Management in SE Alaska

State of Alaska; Alaska; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska seeks a professional forester to join our team focused on Alaska’s forest management responsibilities in the temperate rainforest of Southeast Alaska; the organization operates in Alaska's dynamic and diverse geographic setting and the many opportunities it offers. A forester in the position can expect to be involved in a variety of projects.

The work requires a robust presence in the field that the incumbent supports with similar time in the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or closely related field with 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours in forestry or related curricula.
• One year of professional advanced-level forestry experience or three years of journey-level experience in forestry or related field with Alaska or equivalent.
• Substitution: 4 years post-secondary education with 24+ semester hours in forestry plus journey-level experience may substitute for Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Involve in Alaska’s forest management responsibilities in a temperate rainforest setting.
• Balance field work with office work (roughly 50/50 over the year).
• Travel to islands as needed; accommodations may be hotels, rentals, or remote camps.

Skills

Accountability

Forest Management

Geospatial Science

Decision Making

Oral Written Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related field

Job description

The State of Alaska seeks a professional forester to join our team focused on Alaska’s forest management responsibilities in the temperate rainforest of Southeast Alaska; the organization operates in Alaska's dynamic and diverse geographic setting and the many opportunities it offers. A forester in the position can expect to be involved in a variety of projects.

The work requires a robust presence in the field that the incumbent supports with similar time in the office.