Forester (Permanent) - Moshannon Forest District, Clearfield County

If you love working outdoors and want to help protect the stunning forests of Pennsylvania, consider joining the Moshannon Forest District within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. In this position, you will be involved in important forestry assessments that are vital for the environment. You will find various pathways to grow professionally, making it an excellent choice for those looking to develop their skills further. It is wonderful chance to merge your expertise with your love for nature, all while making a positive difference in the world around you. Embrace this opportunity to be part of something bigger and help preserve the beauty of Pennsylvania's forests!

In this role, you will conduct expert forestry assessments on private properties and provide essential recommendations for effective forest management to stakeholders in Clearfield County. You will serve as the main contact for private landowners, local governments, and various landowner organizations, offering them information, education, and support in managing and safeguarding forest resources. Additionally, you will oversee silvicultural management of state forest resources within the Moshannon State Forest.

Your responsibilities will encompass ensuring the health and sustainability of these forest areas through informed practices and strategies. Fire suppression will also be a key aspect of your duties, requiring you to be prepared to respond to and manage fire-related incidents effectively. Your work will play a vital role in promoting responsible forest stewardship and protecting valuable natural resources.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require overtime.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) on an ad-hoc basis. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Penfield.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
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.

• You must be in possession of a valid PA noncommercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

• 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, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.