What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forest Technician (Seasonal) - Forest Health Division position at Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania?

THE POSITION

Are you someone who loves the outdoors and thrives in hands-on work? If so, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) invites you to join our team! As a Forest Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining district roads, trails, and facilities. Experience the fulfilling rewards of public service while advancing your career with ample professional growth and exciting promotional opportunities!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a seasonal Forest Technician with DCNR, you will play a vital role in supporting the Division of Forest Health. You will control forest diseases, insects, and invasive plant species; establish monitoring sites; deploy traps; and conduct regular inspections and maintenance. Your analytical skills will be put to use as you effectively summarize and monitor your findings and test results .

You will aid in developing, implementing, and reporting statewide experimental projects. Collaboration with district staff and pilots will be crucial to streamline operations and ensure readiness for aerial surveys and other pre-flight activities. You will establish field study plots and create detailed reports with the necessary tools. Additionally, you will provide technical support to the Division of Forest Management to ensure forest health and sustainability.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

Seasonal full-time employment without benefits; 37.5 hours per week.

Candidate will be scheduled to work 4 days per week.

The season runs from approximately March 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.

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 :

An associate's degree in forest technology; or

Completion of equivalent formal education in forestry.

Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 6 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).

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.

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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