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GNA Project Forester

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Newcastle, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 17 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Office of State Lands and Investments Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD) is seeking a Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Project Forester in Newcastle or Sundance Wyoming to implement forest management projects on US Forest Service (USFS) lands in cooperation with the Black Hills National Forest. This position will be responsible for the planning preparation and administration of forest management projects. The GNA Project Forester will work directly with USFS partners to identify projects and make recommendations about feasibility and implementation.

Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

Plans forest product sales based on harvestable timber operability access and other natural resource considerations.
Prepares and writes detailed project plans.
Assists USFS personnel in identifying priority treatment areas conducts environmental analyses and provides written recommendations.
Provides assistance in establishing long-term forest management goals and objectives related to forest management activities.
Prepares forest product sales including property boundary determination harvest unit layout road design and layout marking cruising volume determination appraisal and advertising.
Prepares forest product sales and timber stand improvement project contracts and maps.
Ensures agency policies and procedures are followed throughout the presale process.
Administers forest product sale contracts to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project goals.
Monitors the progression of harvesting operations and ensures best management practices are being followed.
Maintains the record of volume removed payments and account status.
Makes recommendations regarding contract modifications or extensions for harvesting operations.
Implements forest management projects such as timber stand improvement from project planning through preparation and contract administration.
Coordinates with local state and federal partners in advancing forest management in the area.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelors Degree in Forestry.
Preference may be given to candidates with at least 3 years of progressive work experience in forestry.

**Must have a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of forestry principles and practices forest ecology fire behavior and ecology silvicultural treatments and methodology timber management harvesting systems forest products industry surveying and timber cruising techniques.
Knowledge and experience using computers and software commonly used in professional land management including but not limited to Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of ArcGIS and GPS devices and the ability to collect display and manage spatial data.
Skills in effective oral and written communication and the ability to use various techniques to tailor the transmission of information to specific audiences.
Skills in organizing work in a manner that is clear and easy to follow that commands attention and achieves desired results.
Ability to understand organize and analyze what one sees/hears to decide what to think and respond to a message.
Ability to assess the organization and its services from the customers perspective to improve service delivery.
Ability to recognize adverse customer reactions and develop better alternatives.
Ability to apply logic and complex layers of rules to analyze and categorize complicated information.
Ability to see relationships between information in varied forms and from varied sources.
Ability to weigh each options pros and cons before making a decision and moving forward; ability to explain the rationale for decisions.
Ability to create opportunities or minimize potential problems by anticipating and preparing for these in advance.
Ability to see when analysis and discussion have served their purpose and move to action.
Ability to make reasonable estimates of resource needs to achieve goals or complete projects.
Ability to use sound methods to plan and track work appointments and commitments evaluate task progress and adjust work as needed.
Ability to integrate ideas and needs of others in developing strategies to achieve goals.
Ability to address issues openly constructively and professionally.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See Preferences

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to perform strenuous work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions year-round.
This position may require frequent travel.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
This is a two year at-will contract (AWEC) position and is elibigle for renewal per the agencys discretion.
Position may receive hazard pay if required to perform hazardous duties.
USFS bunkhouse housing is available for a small fee and may be provided upon request.

Supplemental Information