District Forester
District Forester
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DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT
Manage and reduce fire risk to protect Arizonas people communities and wildland areas to champion the health of Arizonas natural resources. The Department of Forestry and Fire Management provides services through strategic implementation of cooperative natural resources and fire assistance programs development and support of statewide fire policies and coordination of resources across all-lands and jurisdictions.
Address: 3650 Lake Mary Rd.
Flagstaff AZ 86005
Salary: $34.6631 - $40.0347
Grade: 23
Closing Date: Resumes will be reviewed on June 27 2025
Under the authority of the Assistant Director for the Forestry Division (Assistant State Forester of Forestry Programs) this position leads a team of foresters and forestry technicians to ensure the coordinated planning implementation and monitoring of a robust district-wide Program of Work. This work includes forestry projects on private state and federal lands for wildfire mitigation forest health and watershed restoration. The incumbent will have functional administrative and budgetary responsibilities within the District as well as decision-making authority.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies boards and commissions many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work including remote work should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).
OR
This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (# days per week in the office/hoteling).
OR
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies boards and commissions many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work including remote work should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Provides leadership supervision professional development and support to a team of foresters forestry technicians and other related staff that are responsible for the coordinated planning and implementation of wildfire risk reduction forest health and watershed improvement projects on private state and federal land within a designated District.
Coordinates and leads with their respective District Fire Management Officer and collaborates on the development and implementation of an annual district-wide wildfire mitigation Program of Work.
Develops and collaboratively manages district forestry project budgets; forecasts additional funds needed for projects staffing equipment materials and supplies; monitoring and approval of expenditures; recommends adjustments as necessary.
Ensures safe work practices; reviews and recommends policy.
Drive on State business.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Comprehensive understanding of forestry principles forest ecology and wildfire management techniques
Land management techniques including forest planning and operational procedures
Familiarity with local state and federal laws and regulations related to forest management and environmental conservation.
Organizational and personnel management
Leadership principles
Contract administration and data management
Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other relevant technology for forest management planning and monitors
Skills in:
Building and maintaining relationships
Strong verbal and written communication to effectively address various levels of internal and external stakeholders
Time management project prioritization planning and implementation
Distribution of resources and problem solving
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Analytical skills to assess forest conditions interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
Project management including planning organizing and executing forest management initiatives within defined timelines and budgets.
Ability to:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers program staff private industry and project stakeholders
Manage monitor and report on budgets and program accomplishments
Forecast program needs and stay current on changes in industry practices and science in the field of forestry
Develop train and evaluate staff performance
Work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
Lead and inspire others toward achieving common objectives while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
Drive on State business.
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited School of Forestry or related natural resource program. 5 years in land management. 3 years in a supervisory role. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or similar project management certification.
A valid Arizona Drivers License.
Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid class-appropriate drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
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
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule employees enjoy improved work/life balance report higher job satisfaction and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule employees enjoy improved work/life balance report higher job satisfaction and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Please note enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact David Barney at for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Employment Type
Full-Time
