Remote Alaska Forest Inventory Crew Lead

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, in Fairbanks, Alaska, is recruiting for multiple Natural Resource Technician 3 positions on the 2027 Forest Inventory & Analysis crew. You will lead field crews in remote Interior Alaska to collect forestry, botanical, and geographic data and oversee data quality.

Fieldwork is demanding, conducted in challenging environments. You will gain leadership and technical experience, receive wilderness safety training, and have

Qualifications

• One year of journey level technical experience in natural resource management equivalent to a Natural Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska.
• OR Any combination of journey level technical experience in natural resource management equivalent to a Natural Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska and college course work totaling one year where 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equate to one month of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews of 2-4 members in remote areas of Interior Alaska to collect forestry, botanical, and geographic data following established protocols.
• Oversee and ensure the quality of forestry, botanical, and geographic data collection, providing guidance on standardized protocols and procedures.
• Navigate challenging terrain, implement safe aviation and field operations, and troubleshoot field equipment under varying environmental conditions.
• Assist with logistical operations, including maintaining and organizing field gear, and contribute to project scheduling and execution.
• This position offers the opportunity to gain leadership and technical experience in the Forest Inventory program.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Physical Strength

Forest Management

Reading Comprehension

Job description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, in Fairbanks, Alaska, is recruiting for multiple Natural Resource Technician 3 positions on the 2027 Forest Inventory & Analysis crew. You will lead field crews in remote Interior Alaska to collect forestry, botanical, and geographic data and oversee data quality.

Fieldwork is demanding, conducted in challenging environments. You will gain leadership and technical experience, receive wilderness safety training, and have