Orchard Manager Position Available In Avery, North Carolina

Orchard Manager 
Salary $35,984.00 – $62,971.00 Annually Location Avery County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-06153-60032255 Department Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Opening Date 05/09/2025 Closing Date 5/23/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Forestry Technician I Position Number 60032255 Section NC Forest Service Salary Grade

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Description of Work “If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and experience or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position then, an applicant who does not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for hire as a trainee. Salary for a trainee may be set lower than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the post. The salary is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and experience to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.” The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, 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 100 counties in North Carolina. This position is responsible for the management of seed collection areas, clonally replicated seed orchards and progeny testing throughout Western North Carolina. Orchard management duties include pesticide application, thinning, pruning, grafting, weed control, pollen collection, fertilization of flowers and integrated pest management. The equipment used to accomplish these tasks may include wheeled tractors, loaders, mowers, sprayers, aerial boom lifts, road tractors, and trailers. This position will also assist Linville River Nursery during mission critical duties that may include sowing, thinning, lifting, packing, and distributing seedlings. This position is part of the NC Forest Service Nursery and Tree Improvement Program and may require cross training, travel, and emergency response outside of the Western North Carolina territory.

Duty Station Location:

6321 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC 28657 A valid NC Class A CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Must obtain Forestry Pesticide operator’s license within 90 days of hire. •Click Here to Learn more about State Employee Benefits. 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. Click Here to Watch this video to Learn How to Apply. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies The 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 the 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: Knowledge of plant propagation.
Ability to calibrate agricultural machines or equipment. Ability to operate agricultural equipment. Ability to communicate effectively. Possess basic computer skills.

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES

Experience in tree improvement, horticultural / greenhouse management, agricultural, or a combination of the above. 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. Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification:

 Possession of a valid North Carolina driver s license required within 90 days of hire. Supplemental and Contact Information Any 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 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. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver’s License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position. •

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When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. • Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201. Employer
State of North Carolina
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http://www.ncagr.gov/
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