Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service
Forestry Technician II (S) (Position Number 60031848 Grade NC08)
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.
*** This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered. ***
Description of Work
- Promote the protection of the State’s natural resources through development of wildfire suppression planning
- Respond in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters as an initial attack incident commander and/or in other I.C.S. positions
- Service landowner requests for forestry assistance which may be reforestation, forest health, prescribed burning, etc.
- Provide and promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups, and school organizations such as Tree Farm, National Wild Turkey Federation, FFA, and 4-H
- Assist the District Forester with development, management, and accountability of the budget for the work unit
Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required. Residency requirements discussed at time of interview.
Duty Station Location: 519 Airport Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
This position requires the successful completion of employer provided Ranger Training.
Recruitment Range: $39,244 - $68,679
- Knowledge of forest management or wildfire suppression
- Experience in dealing with non-industrial private landowners
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to accomplish goals
- Must be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress
Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
Minimum Education and Experience
Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Qualification: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license required within 90 days of hire.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing.
All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals.
Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment.
If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.
* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.
All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.
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Contact Details:
Agriculture & Consumer Services Recruitment Team
