Forestry Technician II - County Ranger

Agriculture & Consumer Services; Arizona; Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 69.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The North Carolina Forest Service is seeking a Forestry Technician II (S) to join the Agency Dept of Agriculture, Consumer Services Division. The role focuses on wildfire suppression planning, emergency response, and providing forestry services to landowners in Robbinsville, NC.

Responsibilities include assisting with budget and program management, coordinating with partners and schools, and ensuring timely delivery of forestry assistance and education.

Qualifikationen

• Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license within 90 days of hire.

Aufgaben

• 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 as an initial attack incident commander and/or in other ics positions
• Service landowner requests for forestry assistance which may be reforestation, forest health, prescribed burning, etc.
• 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
• Assist the District Forester with development, management, and accountability of budget for the work unit

Kenntnisse

Forest management

Wildfire suppression

Landowner relations

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Associate degree in forest management

Jobbeschreibung

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Job Classification Title Forestry Technician II (S) Position Number 60032016 Grade NC08

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. *** This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered. *** “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 posting. 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.”

Position requires:

• 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 as an initial attack incident commander and/or in other ics positions
• Service landowner requests for forestry assistance which may be reforestation, forest health, prescribed burning, etc.
• 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
• Assist the District Forester with development, management, and accountability of budget for the work unit

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: 100 John McKeldrey Road, Robbinsville, NC 28271

The position requires the successful completion of employer-provided Ranger Training.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $39,244 - $68,679

Knowledge of forest management or wildfire suppression

Experience in dealing with non-industrial private landowners

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.

Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing.

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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license required within 90 days of hire.

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.

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.

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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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