Forest Technician

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about our local forests and enjoy working outdoors? Become a vital member of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, Northcentral Region. In the role of Forest Technician, you will provide technical support and assistance with the day-to-day activities on State Game Lands. Join the Elk County Regional Forestry staff and help us to ensure thriving Pennsylvania forests for future generations.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Forest Technician, your primary focus will be forest habitat management activities promoting young forest conditions. This includes examining trees, marking timber, and assisting foresters in the collection and recording of field data. This position surveys and marks the boundaries of timber sale, herbicide areas, and other forest habitat treatments. You will have the opportunity to collect and compile GPS data for management activities and produce appropriate maps for use by forester, conduct State Game Lands stand examinations, conduct surveys, and a ssist with other Bureau of Wildlife Habitat, Forestry Division and Pennsylvania Game Commission programs as needed.

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 3 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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

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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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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.

Your results will be provided via email.