Forestry Technician II/ SF Specialty Tech Wildlife Position Available In Chesterfield, South Carolina

Forestry Technician II/ SF Specialty Tech Wildlife

Salary
$43,000.00

• $51,341.00 Annually
  Location Chesterfield County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175819
  Agency
  Forestry Commission
  Division
  Sand Hills State Forest
  Opening Date
  04/23/2025
  Closing Date
  5/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
  Residency Requirement
  No

Class Code:

LD30

Position Number:

60010538

Normal Work Schedule:

Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Works a standard weekly schedule, 37.5 hours/ 5-day work week, 8 a.m.

• 4 p.m.
  Pay Band
  Band 4
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $43,000.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$51,341.00
Opening Date
04/23/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

When applying for this position, the electronic state application must be completed to include the Education and Work Experience sections and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each work-related position and, if applicable, military service (indicate rank) and job-related volunteer work that you feel qualifies you for the position. Failure to provide detailed and complete work-related information may result in your application being rejected. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. SCFC requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. Interested individuals can access www.careers.sc.gov, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

DRIVING RECORD

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, responsible for managing the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker population on state forest as well as assist with forest management and wildlife activities.
Oversee and manage the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker (RCW) population on state forest following the US Fish and Wildlife (USFW) Service’s RCW Recovery Plan. Collects, processes, and maintains data for the SCFC and USF&W Service. Follows federal and state guidelines to meet federal requirements. Accomplishes integration of all state forest RCW and threatened and endangered species (T&E) data with state forest harvesting schedule model, and state forest GIS system. Perform nest checks during nesting season, maintain colonies as well as RCW trees within colony, install artificial cavities, maintain RCW habitat, update T&E GIS mapping layer, etc. Assists with forest product sale preparation to include establishment of sale boundaries, timber and pine straw sale evaluation.
Assists with forest management activities including but not limited to timber cruising, timber marking, forest inventory, prescribed burning, wildlife suppression, tree planting checks, wildlife recreation management, other silvicultural activities and general maintenance. Performs administrative record keeping activities. Maintain written and/or electronic records of work performed in compliance with forest certification documents and other agency policies and procedures. Performs other duties as required in support of the SCFC mission and strategic goals. Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) years’ experience in forestry management. An associate’s degree in forestry management or natural resources may be substituted for the required work experience. Must pass the agency’s initial physical fitness test that requires a two (2) mile walk carrying a 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes or meet the agency’s physical fitness program requirements. Must obtain firefighter registration with the Office of State Fire Marshal. Criminal background check and drug test are required. Additional Comments
Works a standard weekly schedule, 37.5 hours/ 5-day work week, 8 a.m.

• 4 p.

m. Job may require weekend work from time to time. Overnight travel may be required to include extensive periods of time (up to 16 days) on large fire incidents in/out of state. Employee must have considerable knowledge of forest measurements and timber cruising. Considerable knowledge of forestry management techniques and practices. Working knowledge of geographical information systems and global positioning systems. Must be knowledgeable of general T&E Species accountability and specifically RCW habitat needs and management; must be able to accurately record and maintain related data. Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally. Ability to establish working relationship with employees, other agencies, and the general public. Must be able to lift, walk, squat, climb, and carry objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in changing environmental conditions. This position is designated as safety-sensitive and essential. This position requires the employee to be subject to random, pre-employment, post incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC Drug-Free Workplace

• CDL Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Forestry Commission
Address
5500 Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29212
Phone
803-896-8879
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