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Fire Forester (Permanent) (Forester) - Tioga Forest District

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Salary
Wellsboro, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about protecting Pennsylvania's stunning forests? If so, we invite you to join our team dedicated to preserving these natural treasures! Seize the chance to become a Fire Forester, playing a vital role in nurturing and maintaining the health of our forests for future generations.

We encourage Fire Wardens and State Forest Officers to apply.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will oversee the Fire Management Program for the District and engage in the management of State Forest Resources, adhering to the Forest Resource Plans, Timber Management Operating Manual, and relevant Commonwealth laws. All operations must align with the policies and procedures set forth by the Forest District Manager. While the majority of your work will focus on the District's Fire Program, you will also prioritize other assigned tasks, such as Timber Management and Search & Rescue, as required or instructed.

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 7 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, Tuesday - Thursday, 7 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Friday. with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Overtime during fire season may be required
  • 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

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.
  • Special Requirement :

  • This position requires p ossession 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 government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov / Additional Info / Pages / default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
  • 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.
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