Job Summary

• The Assistant County Ranger works with the County Ranger to provide forest protection, emergency response, and resource management services across North Carolina counties.
• The position involves assisting landowners with forestry requests, promoting urban tree care, and delivering education through partnerships with schools and civic organizations.
• Employers provide an official uniform and a state-owned vehicle to support daily responsibilities while requiring readiness for wildfire emergencies and overnight travel.

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Salary

Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $65,408; Trainee salary may be lower initially; State employee benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• Associate's degree in forest management or related science
• High school diploma with two years of forestry experience
• Possession of valid NC driver's license within 90 days of hire
• Completion of employer-provided Ranger Training

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