Project Forester - Forest Management & Firewise Lead

Conservation Maven; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Forestry Commission is seeking a Project Forester in Williamsburg County, SC. The role provides forest management assistance to private landowners, administers cost-share programs, and supports prescribed burns, wildfire suppression, and disaster response.

The position emphasizes developing forest management plans to promote sustainable forest products, clean air and water, wildlife habitat, and wildfire risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry from an SAF-accredited program or related field meeting SAF educational requirements.
• SC registered forester within two years of appointment.
• Must pass physical fitness test and obtain firefighter registration.
• Criminal background check and drug/alcohol testing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide forest management assistance to private landowners, including preparation of forest management plans.
• Administer cost-share programs for the project.
• Assist with prescribed burns, wildfire suppression, and disaster response.
• Represent the SC Forestry Commission at local meetings and in the community.
• Develop forest management plans to promote sustainable production and environmental benefits.
• Assist landowners with implementing forestry practices and conducting insect/disease activities.
• Respond to wildfires and other incidents; participate in training and exercises.
• Support fire management and landowner services within the project area.

Education

Bachelor's or higher in forestry

Master’s or Doctorate in forestry or related natural resources

Job description

South Carolina Forestry Commission is seeking a Project Forester in Williamsburg County, SC. The role provides forest management assistance to private landowners, administers cost-share programs, and supports prescribed burns, wildfire suppression, and disaster response.

The position emphasizes developing forest management plans to promote sustainable forest products, clean air and water, wildlife habitat, and wildfire risk reduction.