Forester - Susquehannock Forest District, Potter County

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Forester in the Susquehannock Forest District within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) to guide timber management, fire prevention, and regeneration work across state forest lands. The role includes coordinating invasive species control and assisting technicians and interns, with potential part-time telework.

Minimum qualifications include 2 years of forestry experience and an associate’s degree in a related field, or a

Qualifications

• Two years of technical forestry experience, and an associate’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or
• A bachelor’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or
• A master’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree.

Responsibilities

• Forest Planning: Complete field and office tasks to support development and updates of forest resource plans
• Timber Management: Apply silvicultural guidance, prepare timber sales, and oversee harvesting activities
• Resource Protection: Participate in fire prevention, suppression efforts, and insect or disease response activities
• Regeneration Work: Carry out treatments and fencing projects to support young forest growth
• Invasive Control: Coordinate efforts to manage invasive plants and utility right of way areas
• Team Support: Assist technicians and interns on timber and regeneration activities

Skills

Forestry experience

Education

Associate degree in forestry/related

Bachelor’s degree in forestry/related

Master’s degree in forestry/related

Job description

Do you want to help protect and guide the future of Pennsylvania forests? Embark upon a rewarding path as a Forester for the Susquehannock Forest District within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). This exciting opportunity allows you to guide the care of state forest lands and protect important natural spaces. Your work will help improve planning efforts and support public enjoyment of these valued landscapes. Apply today to join a team that prioritizes dedication to forest stewardship!

This position supports the management and protection of state forest resources across the Susquehannock Forest District. Primary responsibilities will involve timber management, forest protection, and coordination of invasive plant and utility right of way programs. As a Forester, you will perform the following duties:

• Forest Planning: Complete field and office tasks to support development and updates of forest resource plans
• Timber Management: Apply silvicultural guidance, prepare timber sales, and oversee harvesting activities
• Resource Protection: Participate in fire prevention, suppression efforts, and insect or disease response activities
• Regeneration Work: Carry out treatments and fencing projects to support young forest growth
• Invasive Control: Coordinate efforts to manage invasive plants and utility right of way areas
• Team Support: Assist technicians and interns on timber and regeneration activities

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime and travel may be required as needed.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, ad-hoc. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Coudersport. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of technical forestry experience, and an associate’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or
• A bachelor’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or
• A master’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Other Requirements

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

Veterans

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.