What are the responsibilities and job description for the NEPA FORESTER position at Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes?
NEPA FORESTER TRIBAL FORESTRY (CONTRACT POSITION) The successful applicant must have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry (preferred) or a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource field with at least 24 semester hours in forestry that includes three (3) years of professional experience (one year with a Masters degree). Requires two (2) years of supervision responsibility. Proof od degree is also required. Experience working with Native American Tribes is desired but not required. A valid state drivers license. In order to function as fire personnel, a current red card must be updated and an annual physical must be submitted. In-depth knowledge of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures. In-depth knowledge of NEPA document requirements in order to adequately facilitate the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) efforts in developing proposed actions, alternatives, mitigations and resulting impacts. Working knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Position System (GPS) uses and application. Proficient in writing NEPA related documents to include but not limited to Categorical exclusions (Cat X), Checklist Environmental Assessment and Environmental Assessments (ES), Supplemental Environmental Impact Statements (SEIS) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), meeting minutes and summaries, and memos and correspondence that are related to proposed Forestry actions. Proficient in facilitating and IDT meeting to achieve objectives set forth in a meeting agenda. Familiar in the use of forestry tools such as hand compasses, clinometers, global positioning equipment (GPS), prisms, altimeters, land survey equipment, relaskops, range finders, and data recorders. Proficient in the use so specialty software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook, cruise programs, appraisal programs, forestry database programs, etc. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or certificates and a copy of a valid state drivers license to the Personnel Department. Salary is $28.73 to $31.61 per hour including benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at 406.675.2700 ext.1040 or visit the website cskt.org/personnel. Closing date: Monday, May 12, 2025 @ 5:30 p.m. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER
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Salary : $29 - $32