Forestry Supervisor Missoula Unit Forest Management Supervisor
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Job Location:
Missoula, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 the Montana Environmental Policy Act 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 the ability to pass an arduous pack test as well as be 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.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservations mission is to help ensure that Montanas land and water resources provide benefits for present and future generations.
The DNRC believes employees are their most important asset. The DNRC empowers employees to exercise professional judgment in carrying out their duties. Employees are provided with the training and tools necessary to achieve the mission. Both team effort and individual employee expertise are supported and sustained.
Core Values:
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservations Forestry and Trust Land Division recognizes that building a collaborative professional and inclusive work environment is critical to fulfilling our mission of managing protecting and promoting stewardship of Montanas forests and lands for the benefit of current and future generations and our trust beneficiaries. We hold ourselves to these high standards as we are accountable to the people of Montana.
- We value and respect each other.
- We create collaborative work environments.
- We build and maintain strong relationships.
- We practice accountability.
We celebrate our successes and take pride in our work
Job Overview:
These positions are responsible for program administration and advanced professional forestry functions necessary to generate revenue for school trust funds perpetuate natural resources within the offices jurisdictional area and developing techniques and methods to meet the Trust Land Management Divisions multiple forestry objectives. The incumbents applies the theories concepts principles and practices of a wide variety of natural resource disciplines; 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 incumbents work with a diverse group of people and direct and coordinate the efforts of others working on concurrent projects in the forestry program. These positions normally report to a Unit or Area 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
Program Management Planning and Development
The position is responsible for program administration supervision and advanced professional forestry functions necessary to generate revenue for school trust funds perpetuate natural resources within the offices jurisdictional area and developing techniques and methods to meet the Trust Land Management Divisions multiple forestry objectives.
Wildland Fire Management
Provide direct wild land fire suppressions and assistance to county and rural fire department as needed to protect lives property and natural resources in the unit/area.
Supervision
This position supervise Area/Unit Management Foresters and seasonal employees.
APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION ARE:
- Online State of Montana application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
HELPFUL HINT:You must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application.
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 Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Guest Services
- Merchandising
- Experience with Children
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Neonatal Ventilator
About Company
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry wants to help both employees and employers to be happy on the job. We take seriously our mission to promote and protect the well-being of Montana's workers, employers and citizens, and to uphold their rights and responsibilities. Our agenc ... View more
