Forester Delaware Forest District - Monroe County, PA, United States - Commonwealth of PA

Commonwealth of PA
Commonwealth of PA
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Monroe County, PA, United States

1 month ago

Mark Lane

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Description

THE POSITION:


DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

Your main responsibility involves supporting the management of woodlands, water resources, wildlife, and recreational activities within Delaware State Forest.

You will offer technical guidance for private forest management and help in identifying, surveying, and controlling forest pests on both public and private properties.

Furthermore, you will contribute to forest fire prevention and suppression efforts in the area, while also providing technical support, information, and knowledge to various agencies and the public.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:


  • Fulltime employment
  • Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday
  • Friday, with a 30minute lunch.
  • The regular work schedule has the option of an alternative work schedule (AWS) 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday Thursday, with Friday's off.
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Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, ad-hoc available after a successful 6-month probation completion. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Swiftwater.

  • Fire season schedule is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday
  • Friday
  • Overtime: Voluntary opportunities; may be mandated by management
  • Travel: Occasional travel outside the district may be offered for required trainings
  • Please note our main office will be moving to Dingman's Ferry in July of this year.
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Salary:_ _**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:


QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:


  • Two years of technical forestry experience, and an associate's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree;
    or:
  • A bachelor's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree;
    or:
  • A master's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree.
  • Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement:


  • 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:

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Veterans:
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.


EXAMINATION INFORMATION:


  • 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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.


Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.


Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S.

holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.

As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.


Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

  • Eligibility rules apply.
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