Forester (Service)-20051191

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens Organization: Natural Resources Classified Indicator: Classified Bargaining Unit / Exempt: Bargaining Unit Schedule: Full-time Work Hours: 8:00a-5:00p/variable Compensation: $23.
49/hr Unposting Date: Ongoing Primary Job Skill: Forestry Technical Skills: Customer Service Professional Skills: Decision Making Agency Contact Name: Alana Furman Agency Contact Information: alana.
furman@dnr.
ohio.
gov or 614-265-6983 Forester (Service)-20051191 (23000AYF) Job Duties Who we are: The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.
” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas.
We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for a Forester within the Division of Forestry, headquartered in Athens County.
The address is 360 E.
State St.
Athens, OH 45701.
To learn more about the Division of Forestry please visit Division of Forestry (ohiodnr.
gov).
What you will do… Serve as Service Forester & provide technical forestry assistance to private landowners; Provide assistance to landowners & inspect forestry land to determine eligibility for classification under Ohio Forest Tax Law; Perform public relations duties, promoting interest, activity, & understanding in forest conservation; Assist in the division's mission to promote and apply management for the sustainable use and protection of Ohio’s private and public forest lands.
What’s in it for you… At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans.
We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees.
For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage · Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance · Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period.
Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Employee Development Funds · The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Ohio Public Employees Retirement System OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees.
The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement.
The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary.
Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.
Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities.
The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
We are ready for you! We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find! Official Position Description: Serves as Service Forester & provides technical forestry assistance in areas to include reforestation, forest management, timber marketing, watershed protection, insect & disease control, forest recreational facility development & wildlife habitat development: provides assistance to landowners (e.
g.
, forest management plan development, tree planting plans, marketing assistance, wildlife habitat, improving woodland health, financial incentives, increasing timber production, technical assistance, forest industries, recreation); inspects forest land to determine eligibility for classification under Ohio Forest Tax Law; coordinates Service Forestry programs with other governmental agencies having complementary programs; performs field inspections to certify technical need for certain forestry practices under Federal Forestry Incentives &/or Environmental Quality Incentive Program & checks for compliance under certain practices in such programs; assists in acquiring & maintaining third party sustainable forestry certification (e.
g.
, audits, develops written plans, obtains appropriate Geographic Information System [GIS] information); assists with invasive species program on state & private lands (e.
g.
, host work-shops, present information at conferences, provide landowners with up-to-date information on control measures); assists with field work on state forests property (e.
g.
, assist with usage, storage and disposal of pesticides in accordance with Ohio Pesticide Laws; timber cruising; timber marking).
Collects & analyzes basic forest data & formulates into overall forest stewardship plan for forest property: makes recommendations on marking of timber; works with timber industry & provides limited assistance on timber procurement processing & marketing problems; conducts forest management seminars; responds to insect & disease inspection requests; develops planting & maintenance specifications; reviews landscape plans; recommends tree protection practices; advises on tree removal; operates state vehicle to meet with private landowners, governmental, & civic groups, & to navigate throughout & between state forests & to attend various functions.
Represents the Department & Division & performs public relations duties: promotes interest, activity, & understanding in forest conservation (e.
g.
, host work-shops, present information at conferences, writes news articles); organizes &/or participates in field days, events, and demonstrations (e.
g.
, fairs, schools, public and private companies); makes public appearances (e.
g.
, via radio, television, service groups); sets-up special meetings to resolve conflicts between public & private entities; writes reports; composes correspondence; attends meetings with civic, professional, & governmental agencies; serves as local contact for Division of Forestry programs & responds to simple inquiries; works on special projects (e.
g.
, special landowner cost-share program sign-ups, forest pest surveys, Big Tree Program measurements) performs wildfire support as directed within training & physical capabilities.
TRAINING REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Must successfully complete basic firefighter/introduction to fire behavior course (i.
e.
, S-130/S-190) within first year of employment pursuant to national interagency incident management system (i.
e.
, wildland & prescribed fire qualification system guide).
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel; exposed to inclement weather, dust, dirt, insects & poisonous plants; responds to wildfires.
Qualifications Completion of undergraduate core coursework in forestry or related field of study; 12 mos.
trg.
or 12 mos.
exp.
in public relations; 12 mos.
trg.
or 12 mos.
exp.
in operation of computer software programs; valid drivers license.
-Or 12 mos.
exp.
as Forestry Technician, 22321.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
AND Professional consulting forester credential per Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 1501:3-10-01; See details at this link - OFTL Professional Forester Requirements.
Knowledge of forestry; governmental rules & regulations pertaining to forestry; (e.
g.
, revised code, chapter 1503, federal forest incentive program); public relations (i.
e.
, communication or journalism); budgeting*; employee training & development*; forest fire control & prevention*.
Skill in operation of personal computer; motor vehicle.
Ability to interpret variety of technical material in books, journals & manuals; define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; prepare & deliver speeches before technical audiences or plan training programs on timber harvesting & processing or fire control; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; handle sensitive contacts with & inquiries from officials with government agencies, forestry industry or special interest groups.
(*)Developed after employment.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.
yakubu@dnr.
ohio.
gov.
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