Resource Management Forester (Forester) (Permanent) – Delaware Forest District, Pike County Position Available In Pike, Pennsylvania

Resource Management Forester (Forester) (Permanent) – Delaware Forest District, Pike County
Job Details  This listing closes on 7/7/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada). Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Salary $51,971.00 – $79,062.00 Annually Location Pike County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2025-28050-54410

Department Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division CN Fors Dstr #19 Opening Date 06/24/2025 Closing Date 7/7/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Job Code
54410
Position Number
00005478
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00388119
Bureau / Division
Delaware Forest District
Worksite Address
102 Delaware Forest Court
City
Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
18328
Contact Name
OA, CE Section Intake Division
Contact Email

RA-OACEINTAKESEC

@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about preserving the breathtaking forests of Pennsylvania? We invite you to become a part of our team, dedicated to safeguarding and nurturing these natural wonders. Together, we can ensure that Pennsylvania’s forests not only survive but thrive for future generations to enjoy. By providing the necessary care and attention, we can guarantee the continued flourishing of these magnificent woodlands. Join us in this noble endeavor and make a lasting impact on the preservation of Pennsylvania’s beautiful forests.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will support the administration and management of woodlands, water resources, wildlife, and recreational activities within the Delaware State Forest. Your responsibilities will include offering technical assistance for private woodlot management, which involves identifying, surveying, and managing forest pests on both public and private properties. Furthermore, you will be actively involved in forest fire prevention and suppression efforts in the district. You will also demonstrate your exception communication skills as you provide valuable assistance, technical information, and expertise to various agencies and the general public. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Travel and overtime may be required

Telework:

 You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on an adhoc basis, upon completion of probationary period. 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 Dingmans Ferry.

Salary:

 In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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 :
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on 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. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 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.
Your results will be provided via email. Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania http://www.employment.pa.gov
Address
613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120