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FORESTER I (PRESALES)

Spokane Indian Tribal Government

Location: Wellpinit,WA, USA

Date: 2025-01-01T07:01:33Z

Job Description:

VACANCY ANN #: STOI-24-113

TITLE: FORESTER I (PRESALES)

SUPERVISOR: FORESTERY SUPERVISOR

DEPARTMENT: FORESTRY

LOCATION: WELLPINIT, WA

STATUS: REGULAR/FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT

RATE OF PAY: $28.06 - $34.28 / PER HOUR

OPENING DATE: DECEMBER 23, 2024

CLOSING DATE: JANUARY 6, 2025

SUMMARY:

The incumbent is responsible for implementing the preparation of timber sales on the Spokane Reservation, which has an Allowable Cut of 13.5 MMBF. Responsibilities include designing and implementing data processing for timber cruises; development of timber appraisals; preparation of timber sales prospectus and contract; implementation of NEPA for silvicultural prescriptions and timber harvest operations; and designing and directing various data collection projects. Incumbent performs duties under the supervision of the Supervisory Forester (Silviculturist). Guidance is available as needed on unusual and/or difficult assignments otherwise incumbent formulates his/her own work schedule on his/her own initiative and carries work to completion independently. The Spokane Indian Reservation is a great place to work and offers several forest types and both Even-aged and Uneven-aged silvicultural systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Prepares timber sales documents for harvest treatments and ensures Forest Officer's Reports are complete;

* Trainee level, works under supervision of senior foresters;

* Basic presales field duties: timber marking, cruising, mapping and line running;

* Assists silviculturist with reconnaissance, vegetation mapping, prescription preparation, harvest unit layout and development of marking guides as needed;

* Assembles Forest Officers Reports for timber sales and maintains sales preparation files;

* Creates maps with GIS for timber sale contracts;

* Compiles cruise data to report realty or timber sale volumes;

* Collects and processes GPS data;

* Develops prospectus, appraisal, contract and any other documents necessary for the preparation of sales for advertisement;

* Prescribed fire, assists as crew member or support staff;

* Perform realty cruises and assists with appraisals;

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

* Must have a basic understanding of forestry practices in the Pacific Northwest.

* Able to identify local tree species and understand silvicultural principles.

* This position splits time between the field and an office setting, applicant must be able to work outside in all conditions and also have an understanding of PC use relating to operating systems, work processing, spreadsheets, database software, and forestry applications.

* Must be able to read a map and understand basic orienteering.

* Willingness to work independently, while also working as a team to put together large timber sales.

* Good writing skills are a must as the position is responsible for writing reports, contracts and various correspondence.

* Must be self-motivated.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

* Must have a Valid State Driver's License and a good driving record for insurance purposes.

* Bachelor of Science in Forestry, Forest Management, Forest Ecology or similar

* Must be familiar with local tree species and forestry practices

* Must have training and experience in PC use: operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, database software and forestry applications

* Must have training and experience in GPS applications in forestry

* Must be physically ablet to perform the job functions, including; ability to lift and carry 45 lbs, ability to walk all day in steep, rugged terrain, ability to work in inclement weather.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* One (1) year experience in the natural resources field preferred.

* Training and experience in GPS applications in forestry.

* Firefighter 2 qualified for prescription burning is recommended.

* Indian Preference Applies - Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.

Confirmation receipt of on-line application submission and interview status will be sent to all applicants e-mail address used when applying. Applicants are responsible to regularly monitor their e-mail for interview notifications.

Contact: Sabrina McCoy, HR Specialist, or Kammi Rosenbaum, HR Administrative Assistant

(509) ###-#### or (509) ###-####

E-mail: ...@spokanetribe.com

All Applications Must Be Received in the HR Department No Later Than 4:30pm on the Closing Date

The Spokane Tribe of Indians Reserves The Right To Hire According To Its Indian Preference Policy

All Applicants Are Subject To A Pre-Employment Drug Test

All Positions With The Spokane Tribe Are Subject To A-90 Day Orientation

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