Service Forester - Gaston County, NC, United States - North Carolina Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services

North Carolina Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services
North Carolina Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services
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Gaston County, NC, United States

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Description of Work:


The 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 to the 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 landowners.
  • Writing management plans for nonindustrial private forest landowners.
  • Interacts 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 activities.
  • Responds 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.
Residency requirements discussed at time of interview.
Duty Station Location: 1933 Mountain Island Highway, Mt. Holly, NC
Official NC Forest Service uniform and a State-owned vehicle will be provided to support everyday job responsibilities.
The N.C.

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provide services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians.

The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies:

  • Must have or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid NC Driver's License.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of forest management.
  • Knowledge of collecting and analyzing forestry data.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
  • Ability to be selfmotivated, a team player, and able to remain claim under stress.

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

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Wildland Firefighter II qualified under the National Wildfire Coordinating Group standards.

  • Experienced with prescribed fire.
  • Experienced in public speaking.
  • Forested wetland and water quality regulations.
  • Management plan writing.
  • Mapping grade GPS units and ArcMap GIS software.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:


_You 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.


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