Reference #: 4643122THE POSITIONDo you possess a desire to safeguard Pennsylvania's beautiful forests? If so, join our team as we work to ensure our forests continue to flourish! With the proper care, attention, and your help, Pennsylvania's forests will thrive for generations to come.

DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Forester, you will assist the District Forester primarily through implementing silvicultural treatments on the Rothrock State Forest towards meeting the goals specified in the district harvest allocation plan. You will provide forest resource management recommendations to the District Forester and implement timber harvesting projects, regeneration projects, and annual evaluations of state forest lands. Additionally, you will participate in wildfire suppression, prescribed fire, and wildfire prevention activities. Also, expect to participate in processes requests for organized events and prepare letters of authorization, special activities agreements, and commercial activities agreements.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30 minute lunch.Travel and overtime requires as needed.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 1 day per week. 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 Huntingdon.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.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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; orA bachelor's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; orA 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.Special Requirement:

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).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 will 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 governme t 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] 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.

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.

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.