Stewardship Forester Position Available In Florence, South Carolina

Stewardship Forester

Salary
$62,516.00

• $72,134.00 Annually
  Location Florence County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  173720
  Agency
  Forestry Commission
  Division
  Stewardship/Reforestation
  Opening Date
  02/19/2025
  Closing Date
  3/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

LD60

Position Number:

60012264

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 5
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $62,516.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$72,134.00
Opening Date
02/19/2025
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 not 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 must 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
To coordinate and implement the Stewardship Forester Program at the regional level. Serves as member of regional staff and assists with forest management and fire activities within the region.
Develops and completes new and/or revised Stewardship Management Plans for private non-industrial forest landowners throughout the region. Coordinates the plan development of private forestry consultants as well as other state and federal agency personnel. Provides assistance to SC Forestry Commission foresters in plan development.
Coordinates the implementation of Stewardship Management Plans on private non-industrial forest lands throughout the region. Monitors landowner accomplishments to assess implementation and the provision of technical assistance to Stewardship landowners that will move them toward “Forest Steward” status.
Coordinates Stewardship educational program for assigned region. Presents program information to interested groups such as landowner associations, conservation groups, garden clubs, etc. Develops or assists in the development of publications, brochures, news releases, and displays associated with the Forest Stewardship Program. Assists with forest management activities and agency services within the region.
Participates, as a volunteer, in the SCFC Physical Fitness Standards for fireline qualified employees as outlined in the SCFC Procedure Manual, and performs other related duties as required in support of the SC Forestry Commission’s mission and strategic plan.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in forestry from a program accredited by the Society of American Foresters or a bachelor’s degree in forestry or related natural resources field that meets the Society of American Foresters’ Certified Forester educational requirements and three (3) years of forestry experience. (A master’s degree in forestry from a college or university accredited by SAF can be substituted for one (1) year of experience if the certified forester education requirements were previously met at the bachelor’s level.)
Must become a SC Registered Forester within six (6) months of being hired.
Criminal background check and drug test are required. Must possess a valid SC Driver’s License (Class D). Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with global positioning systems and Geographic Information systems is preferred. Additional Comments
Position has the option of working out of Florence office or Camden office.
Work schedule is Monda-Friday, 8:30am-5pm. Occasional overnight travel required. Considerable knowledge of SC Forestry Commission regulations, policies, and procedures. Considerable knowledge of forest management and silvicultural practices in South Carolina. Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally. Ability to establish working relationships with employees, other agency representatives, and the general public. Must be highly motivated team player. Must be able to lift, walk, squat, climb and carry objects up to 25 lbs. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in changing environmental conditions and navigating difficult terrain. Position is designated as safety sensitive. Position requires the employee to be subject to pre-employment, random, post incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC 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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