Forester 2

Under general supervision, works at a training level with specialization in the performance of technical and field work. Primary responsibility will be Urban Forestry, focusing on providing technical assistance for the urban and community forestry program. This includes planning and implementing urban forestry programs to assist municipal governments with the planting, maintenance, management and protection of trees on public property. Additionally, to research, analyze and develop technical material and training programs related to arboricultural topics to include tree planting, tree maintenance, community tree ordinances, and other issues to support the Urban Forestry Program and other duties as assigned.

Specific duties:

provide technical assistance to units of local government and organizations involved with public tree care; conduct workshops and provide training to these groups; produce and obtain technical and educational material relevant to Urban Forestry; provide assistance to units of local government concerning the development of tree care ordinances and organizational skills for tree boards; maintain status as an international society of arboriculture certified arborist on an annual basis. Performs other duties as requested. As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed, which may include, but is not limited to, criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, education and training. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial irrespective of when discovered. The position will also be posted as a Forester 1 (FOR2500031PSA) and a Forester 3 (FOR2500033PSA) Only 1 position will be filled using one of these 3 postings. Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online .

Training:

Associate degree in a Forest Technology program recognized by the Society of American Foresters OR a Bachelor's degree in a forestry program accredited by the Society of American Foresters.

Experience:

One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the field of forestry.

Special Requirement:

Must have a current license as a registered professional forester or a registered forestry technician or in the process of obtaining professional licensure. Must have a valid driver's license. Must take and pass a physical examination within in the first six months of employment and submit to annual follow-up examinations. Failure to pass the initial examination will result in termination of employment. Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result in reassignment. Positions must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Natural Resources Police Officer at the earliest opportunity following employment and maintain this commission throughout the period of employment in the position. This requirement may be waived at the discretion of the State Forester.