Forester
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, PA, United States
Overview
As a Forester, you will be essential in safeguarding and managing Pennsylvania’s forests by enforcing regulations, promoting sustainable resource practices, and implementing hands-on forestry techniques. This position offers opportunities to work outdoors, contribute to conservation, and protect forest ecosystems for future generations.
Description of Work
You will act as a State Forest Officer tasked with enforcing State Forest Rules and Regulations while aiding in the protection, management, and regeneration of forest resources. Responsibilities include:
Conducting landscape assessments to evaluate forest health, identify habitat requirements, and determine necessary cultural or silvicultural treatments in line with the State Forest Resource Management Plan.
Implementing treatments through the Timber Sale Program, overseeing timber sale contracts with regular inspections, and contributing to forest fire prevention and suppression efforts.
Gathering GPS and field data for timber sales, regeneration initiatives, habitat management, and recreational features; preparing reports and maintaining documentation for all assigned duties.
Collaborating with landowners, partner organizations, and government agencies to promote sustainable forest stewardship; coordinating Rural and Community Forestry activities; guiding private landowners in Elk and Cameron Counties; and representing the Elk Forest District at County Conservation District meetings.
Staying current on professional forestry knowledge through ongoing training and literature review to uphold high work standards and effectively implement the Forest Resource Management Plan.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time employment
Work hours: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday–Wednesday; 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Thursday; 30-minute lunch
Telework: Not available for this position
Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases
Application communications will be sent via email. Check your email (including spam/junk folders) for notices.
Qualifications
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
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 Requirements:
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
How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If claiming education in supplemental questions, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Using AI to misrepresent information or during interviews is not permitted.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. For details, visit the PA employment page.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 (for 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 with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected categories. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Examination Information
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.
Your score is based on the information provided on your application and responses to supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information; inaccuracies may affect scoring or eligibility.
You may apply/test only once for this posting.
Results will be provided via email.
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As a Forester, you will be essential in safeguarding and managing Pennsylvania’s forests by enforcing regulations, promoting sustainable resource practices, and implementing hands-on forestry techniques. This position offers opportunities to work outdoors, contribute to conservation, and protect forest ecosystems for future generations.
Description of Work
You will act as a State Forest Officer tasked with enforcing State Forest Rules and Regulations while aiding in the protection, management, and regeneration of forest resources. Responsibilities include:
Conducting landscape assessments to evaluate forest health, identify habitat requirements, and determine necessary cultural or silvicultural treatments in line with the State Forest Resource Management Plan.
Implementing treatments through the Timber Sale Program, overseeing timber sale contracts with regular inspections, and contributing to forest fire prevention and suppression efforts.
Gathering GPS and field data for timber sales, regeneration initiatives, habitat management, and recreational features; preparing reports and maintaining documentation for all assigned duties.
Collaborating with landowners, partner organizations, and government agencies to promote sustainable forest stewardship; coordinating Rural and Community Forestry activities; guiding private landowners in Elk and Cameron Counties; and representing the Elk Forest District at County Conservation District meetings.
Staying current on professional forestry knowledge through ongoing training and literature review to uphold high work standards and effectively implement the Forest Resource Management Plan.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time employment
Work hours: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday–Wednesday; 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Thursday; 30-minute lunch
Telework: Not available for this position
Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases
Application communications will be sent via email. Check your email (including spam/junk folders) for notices.
Qualifications
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
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 Requirements:
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
How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If claiming education in supplemental questions, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Using AI to misrepresent information or during interviews is not permitted.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. For details, visit the PA employment page.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 (for 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 with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected categories. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Examination Information
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.
Your score is based on the information provided on your application and responses to supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information; inaccuracies may affect scoring or eligibility.
You may apply/test only once for this posting.
Results will be provided via email.
#J-18808-Ljbffr