Forestry Tech I-Assistant County Ranger

nc; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 37.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Uniform provided

State-owned vehicle

Descripción de la vacante

North Carolina Forest Service is seeking a Forestry Technician I (S) to assist with forestry services across the state. Works with the County Ranger to provide landowner assistance and promote trees and tree care in urban and rural settings.

Typical hours are 8–5, Monday to Friday, with occasional evenings, holidays, or weekends during fire danger periods or emergencies. Overnight travel and state-owned vehicle support daily responsibilities; residency is discussed at interview.

Formación

• Knowledge of forest management and wildfire suppression.
• Familiar with GPS/GIS software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance.
• Promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups and organizations.
• Respond in emergencies such as wildland fires and natural disasters.
• Work hours typically 8-5 M-F; overtime evenings, holidays, and weekends may be required; overnight travel.

Conocimientos

Forest management

Wildfire suppression

GPS/GIS software

Written and verbal communication

Organize and prioritize tasks

Team player, calm under stress

Educación

Associate's degree in forest management or related science

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

North Carolina Forest Service

Job Classification Title

Forestry Technician I (S)

Position Number

60031978

Grade

NC07

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

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

"If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and experience or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position then, an applicant who does not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for hire as a trainee. Salary for a trainee may be set lower than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the post. The salary is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and experience to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification."

The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, 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 Assistant County Ranger works with the County Ranger to provide services. Position requires:

• Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance
• Assist with programs to promote the importance of trees and tree care in the urban setting
• Provide and promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups and school organizations such as Tree Farm, National Wild Turkey Federation, FFA and 4-H
• Promote the protection of the State's natural resources through development of wildfire suppression planning
• Respond in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters

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: 129 River Road Winton, NC 27986

This position requires the successful completion of employer provided Ranger Training.

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-$37,377-$65,408

Knowledge of forest management, wildfire suppression or use of GPS/GIS software.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to accomplish goals

Must be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress

Any 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.

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

Minimum Education and Experience

Associate's degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED