Job No:

542415

Work Type:

Full-time Location:

PAYSON , PHOENIX

Categories:

Forestry/Wildland Fire/Natural Resources

DEPARTMENT FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT DFFM

+ Identify projects and develop planning documents for forest and other natural resource management concerns.

+ Interpret planning documents and implement projects on-the-ground for forest and other natural resource management concerns.

+ Lead field staff and develop work plans for project oversight and monitoring; report outcomes and recommend management actions.

+ Coordinate with other forestry and fire management staff to ensure all stakeholder needs are met and concurrence in documented; draft project task orders and manage contractors and internal crews in the implementation of projects.

+ Provide technical assistance to landowners, internal staff, partners, and stakeholders; conduct forest resource surveys.

+ Other duties as assigned

+ Forest planning, site specific prescription development, and the elements of a well-written plan.

+ Forest operations, including harvesting and methods used in the forest industry.

+ Arizona forest and fuel types and state and federal environmental compliance laws and regulations.

+ Computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, and ArcGIS-related products.

+ Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective communication and teamwork.

+ Training others in forestry related subjects, safety practices and protocols.

+ Timber marking, cruising and stand value estimation.

+ Interact effectively with others to convey thoughts, ideas, and information.

+ Track progress against goals and make adjustments in order to achieve results.

+ Lead with a positive and productive attitude.

+ Maintain written records, prepare documents and reports.

+ Drive on State business

+ Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry or related natural resource program. + 2+ years experience developing forest planning documents and managing forestry operations.

+ A valid Arizona Driver's License.

+ Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans

+ Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans + 10 paid holidays per year

+ Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program, learn more at hr.az.gov/family-leave-expansion).

+ Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years

+ Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly

+ Deferred compensation plan

+ Wellness plans

+ Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment

+ Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System ( ASRS )

+ Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.

+ Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

+ The current contribution rate is 11.98% Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 623-236-6664. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an

AA/ EOE / ADA

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