THE POSITION

Are you someone who is deeply passionate about our local forests and finds working in the great outdoors exhilarating? If so, we invite you to become a part of the Pinchot Forest District at the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources! Not only will you have the opportunity to serve the public and make a difference, but you will also have the opportunity to grow professionally and explore various avenues for advancement. Embrace the satisfaction that comes with dedicating yourself to the preservation and conservation of our precious natural resources. 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Your primary responsibility will be to work as a Forest Resource Technician, performing technical forestry tasks related to the management, protection, and conservation of forest resources within the Pinchot Forest District. This includes assisting with timber sales, obtaining land records, conducting landscape and compartment examinations, and participating in recreational facility development and maintenance. Additionally, you will assist with implementing annual regeneration and wildlife management practices, working with rural and community forestry programs, maintaining digital inventory, and carrying out annual resource management activities based on the State Forest Resource Management Plan. Furthermore, the position requires collecting various types of data using recorders and global positioning system (GPS) units, as well as utilizing geographical information system (GIS) software or applicable databases. You will also be involved in collecting specimens such as forest health pests, invasive plant cuttings, and materials affected by bacteria and viruses.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

This is a seasonal, full-time position without benefits. The season runs from approximately March until November at which the employee is placed on leave without pay.Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunchOvertime and travel as required for emergency and training situationsYou will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:

An associate's degree in forest technology; orCompletion of equivalent formal education in forestry.Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.*Condition of Employment:  *

This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.Other Requirements:

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).This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.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.*Veterans: *

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].* **Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): *

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

 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.* *

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.