Program Supervisor Missoula Unit GNA Forest Management Supervisor

Job Overview: This position will be responsible for program administration and advanced professional forestry functions necessary to generate revenue for the Good Neighbor Authority Program perpetuate natural resource management within the United State Forest Service (USFS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land base and apply techniques and methods to meet the Forest Land Management Plan. The revenue from timber sales will be reinvested back into forest restoration projects on the forest. The incumbent will apply theories concepts principles and practices of a wide variety of natural resource disciplines; have understanding of tools and authorities such as Good Neighbor Authority and Master Stewardship MOU; working knowledge of NEPA and Farm Bill categorical exclusion provisions; strong organizational methods and effective oral and written communication and public speaking to represent the Department with the general public environmental groups other agencies specialists the media cooperators and others. The incumbent will work with a diverse group of people and coordinate the efforts of others working within the complex federal land management program. This position reports to the Missoula Unit Manager.

Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities): These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent. Percentages may be different in each unit or area depending on the need.

Program Management Planning and Development:
This position will be responsible for program administration and advanced professional forestry functions necessary to generate revenue for the Good Neighbor Authority program perpetuate natural resource management within the United State Forest Service (USFS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land bases and apply techniques and methods to meet the forest land management objectives.

Federal Forest Management Project Implementation and Supervision:
This position will be responsible for the planning design implementation and administration of complex forestry project performed under the Good Neighbor Authority and other authorities that allow States to act on behalf of federal land management agencies. The position will provide leadership supervision and serve as the Unit technical expert for the activities listed below. Additionally the position may implement or supervise cross boundary work performed under these authorities.

Supervision:
This position will supervise Foresters and seasonal/ temp employees.

APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION ARE:

• Online State of Montana application
• Resume - Include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position.

• Cover Letter - Describe how your knowledge skills and abilities will make you successful in this role.

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Benefits:

• Work/life balance
• Medical dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid vacation sick leave and holidays
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
• A vibrant Employee Assistance Program
• State of Montana employment may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Lookhereto learn more and understand whether or not you may qualify.

Additional benefit package information is availablehere.

Required knowledge skills and abilities:

The required knowledge skills and abilities are acquired through a bachelors degree in Forest Management or a related resource management field and 4 years of progressively responsible job-related professional experience in forest management and one year of supervisory experience.

Requires experience in managing projects including developing and evaluating projects preparing reports and making recommendations; making oral presentations and providing technical assistance and program information to management clients or public groups; performing financial analyses to determine cost/benefit of project proposals; interpreting and applying state and federal laws rules and regulations related to natural resource management activities and writing technical reports. Position requires knowledge of effective supervisory practices and conflict resolution methods.

The position requires extensive knowledge of forest management principles and practices; equipment and techniques used in forest management projects and operations; forest practices and hazard reduction laws Administrative Rules standards guidelines policies and procedures related to forest management operations and activities; and considerable knowledge of both the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related laws and rules governing natural resource management. Knowledge of the terminology principles methods and approaches used in silviculture ecology hydrology wildlife and fisheries biology. Specific knowledge of plant taxonomy habitat typing timber cruising log scaling harvesting systems data collection and sampling techniques; road design and layout; fire behavior fire suppression techniques land surveying and timber appraisal procedures. The position also requires knowledge of DNRC and State Personnel policies procedures precedents organizational structures employment law conflict resolution and program requirements.

An essential function of the position is being capable of passing the arduous pack test and being capable of vigorous physical activity in all types of weather. The position requires working alone in the field including winter conditions (using tire chains) and navigating with a map and compass.

The position requires skill in the use and operation of tools equipment and vehicles used in wildland fire control forest management activities and field office operations; operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles ATVs/UTVs and skill in the use of computer hardware and software related to forest management business operations (word processing spreadsheets internet e-mail and smart devices) and specialized resource management software.

The position requires the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to individuals groups and representatives from other organizations; the ability to coordinate and direct multiple resources to complete work objectives work on multiple projects simultaneously; work well with others and maintain a positive working environment.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. A valid drivers license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a drivers license or other picture I.D. or a U.S. passport or a green card. The State of Montana does not sponsor.