Service Forester
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This is a Re-advertisement for 2 Positions.Previous Applicants Need to Re-Apply60031787 & 60031789The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education tothe residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina.The Service Forester provides professional oversight and expertise in the forest management program to multiple counties in assigned District. Position requires: Collecting and analyzing forest data to provide technical advice to landownersWriting management plans for non-industrial private forest landownersInteracts with consulting foresters, as well as other professional state and local government land managers for forestry-related technical assistance.Conducting environmental compliance inspections for regulations related to forestry activitiesResponds in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters. Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required.Duty Station Location: 1413 Chadbourn Hwy., Whiteville, NC 28472Official NC Forest Service uniform and a State-owned vehicle will be provided to support everyday job responsibilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesThe Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following: Must have, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Driver's LicenseProficient in Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of the principles and practices of forest managementKnowledge of collecting and analyzing forestry dataAbility to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.Ability to be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES: Wildland Firefighter II qualified under the National Wildfire Coordinating Group standardsExperienced with prescribed fireExperienced in public speakingForested wetland and water quality regulationsManagement plan writingMapping grade GPS units and ArcMap GIS software Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsYou may qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience, either through years of education or years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.Bachelor's degree in forestry from a Society of American Foresters (SAF) accredited institution; or registered by the North Carolina Board of Registration for Foresters; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Requirement: Those not registered at the time of hire must obtain registration as a Forester from the NC Board of Registration for Foresters within two years of employment. Supplemental and Contact InformationAny employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience. Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all of your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment.Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-###-####. #J-18808-Ljbffr