Fire Forester (Permanent) (Forester) - Forbes Forest District, Fayette County
Fire Forester (Permanent) (Forester) - Forbes Forest District, Fayette County
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you passionate about protecting the stunning forests of Pennsylvania If so we invite you to become a part of our dedicated team where we strive to ensure that these natural treasures not only survive but thrive for future generations. By providing the necessary care and attention we can help maintain the health and vitality of Pennsylvanias woodlands allowing them to flourish and continue to offer their beauty and ecological benefits. Join us in this vital mission to preserve the rich biodiversity and scenic landscapes that define our state and together we can make a lasting impact on the environment and the communities that depend on these forests.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position is a key role within the Forbes Forest District focusing primarily on the management and implementation of the wildland fire program across Fayette Greene and Washington counties. The individual in this role will be tasked with overseeing various aspects of fire prevention response and recovery efforts ensuring that the district is wellprepared to handle wildland fire incidents effectively. Additionally the position involves providing support for the state forest management initiatives within the Forbes State Forest contributing to the sustainable management and conservation of forest resources in the area. This dual responsibility requires a strong understanding of both fire management practices and forest stewardship making it essential for the candidate to possess relevant expertise and a commitment to environmental protection.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment
- Work hours are:
- Week 1:7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday Friday
- Week 2:7:00 AM to 4:15 PM Monday Thursday; OFF Friday
- Overtime during fire season may be required
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime up to 1 day per 2 pay periods. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed 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 Farmington.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- 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 associates degree in forest technology forestry forest management forest ecosystem management urban forestry forest science agroforestry or a related forestry degree;or
- A bachelors degree in forest technology forestry forest management forest ecosystem management urban forestry forest science agroforestry or a related forestry degree;or
- A masters 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 drivers license or equivalent.
Other Requirements:- PA residency requirementis currentlywaivedfor this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:- Resumes cover letters and similar documents willnotbe 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 to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
