Southern Piedmont Wildlife Forestry Mgr

NC Wildlife Resources Commission

Richmond County, North Carolina, US
Base: $55,221 - $96,639; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Forest wildlife habitat management
Active timber management practices
Gis software utilization
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking applicants for a Wildlife Conservation Forestry Specialist for our Land and Water Access Division, responsible for prescribing and implementing forest wildlife habitat management, research, and survey activities on 42 State Game Lands

Job Summary

  • The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking applicants for a Wildlife Conservation Forestry Specialist for our Land and Water Access Division, responsible for prescribing and implementing forest wildlife habitat management, research, and survey activities on 42 State Game Lands.
  • Responsibilities include providing technical assistance to landowners and agencies, monitoring forest health through timber management and prescribed burning, improving wildlife habitats, and generating forest management plans.
  • The position requires frequent travel, potential night and weekend work, and involves outdoor work in rugged terrain in various weather conditions, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Matching Summary

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking applicants for a Wildlife Conservation Forestry Specialist for our Land and Water Access Division, responsible for prescribing and implementing forest wildlife habitat management, research, and survey activities on 42 State Game Lands.

Salary

Base: $55,221 - $96,639; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Forest wildlife habitat management
  • Active timber management practices
  • GIS software utilization
  • Biological data collection
  • Prescribed burn preparation

Nice-to-have

  • Public input and engagement
  • Team coordination and supervision
  • Adaptability to varied work conditions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in wildlife management with 15 hours forestry coursework OR forestry/biological degree with 15 hours wildlife management coursework
  • 3 years of related experience
  • Prescribed Burner Certification (within 12 months)
  • North Carolina Pesticide Applicators license (within 12 months)
  • Valid North Carolina Driver’s License (within 90 days)

Work Rights

Not specified

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