The North Carolina Department of Agriculture is seeking a Service Forester to provide technical guidance and oversight in forest management across multiple counties. The position involves data collection, management plan development, environmental compliance inspections, and emergency response activities
Job Summary
The Service Forester provides professional oversight and expertise in the forest management program to multiple counties within an assigned district.
The position requires collecting and analyzing forest data to provide technical advice to landowners and writing management plans for non-industrial private forest landowners.
A state-owned vehicle and official uniform will be provided to support everyday job responsibilities including emergency response duties.
Matching Summary
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The North Carolina Department of Agriculture is seeking a Service Forester to provide technical guidance and oversight in forest management across multiple counties. The position involves data collection, management plan development, environmental compliance inspections, and emergency response activities.
Salary
Recruitment Range: $45,431 - $79,504; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State Employee Benefits available
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Collecting and analyzing forest data
Writing management plans for landowners
Conducting environmental compliance inspections
Responding to wildland fires and disasters
Overnight travel availability required
Nice-to-have
Self-motivated team player
Effective written and oral communication
Ability to remain calm under stress
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in forestry from SAF accredited institution
Registration with NC Board of Registration for Foresters within two years
Equivalent combination of education and experience