Forester Ii-water Quality Forester

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Bladen, North Carolina, US
Recruitment range: $47,703-$83,479; state employee...
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Forest practices guidelines program coordination
Riparian buffer rule enforcement and education
Wildfire and emergency incident response
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Forester II for its Water Quality program, focusing on water quality coordination, forest management, and emergency response. The role requires candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in forestry, relevant experience, and the ability to communicate effectively while providing education on forest practices

Job Summary

  • The Water Quality Forester will coordinate the water quality program within the Coastal Division and provide technical guidance to district personnel.
  • This position requires responding to wildland fires, serving on a Regional Fire Team, and acting as an Emergency Operations Center Officer during incidents.
  • Selected candidates must obtain NC Forester Registration within one year of employment and possess the ability to operate basic forestry tools.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Forester II for its Water Quality program, focusing on water quality coordination, forest management, and emergency response. The role requires candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in forestry, relevant experience, and the ability to communicate effectively while providing education on forest practices.

Salary

Recruitment Range: $47,703-$83,479; State Employee Benefits included; Salary may be less than maximum based on equity

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Forest Practices Guidelines program coordination
  • Riparian buffer rule enforcement and education
  • Wildfire and emergency incident response
  • Stream determination and data maintenance
  • Forestry tools operation (prism, clinometer)
  • Regional travel and overnight assignments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with NC Forest Practice Guidelines
  • Ability to work with diverse backgrounds
  • Self-motivated team and service orientation
  • Sound recommendation making skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in forestry from SAF accredited institution
  • Two years of related professional forestry experience
  • NC Forester Registration within one year of employment
  • Valid NC Driver's License within 90 days
  • Telephone ownership or capability

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