Forester

Job Title

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

South Region

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,250.00 monthly

Job Location

Kirbyville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

****There are 2 Forester positions to be filled. The locations are Kirbyville and San Augustine. Please indicate on your required cover letter which location(s) you would prefer.****

The purpose of the position of the Forester is a) to provide administrative assistance to the district, b) to promote and execute the various agency programs within the district, c) to provide local leadership in the areas of emergency management, forest pest management, landowner assistance and related programs, d) promote and demonstrate the concept of team work in the district, region and state and e) to represent the State of Texas and the Texas A&M Forest Service as a professional public servant in their attitude, their actions and their leadership.

Responsibilities:
-Equipping NIPF landowners to make informed decisions regarding forest land management. Includes local administration of rural forestry programs, local leadership pertaining to natural resource issues, community forestry and direct landowner assistance.

-Delivery of agency public affairs programs, including: conservation education, networking and participation in local organizations..

-Supervision of assigned staff and management of all local agency service programs. Includes oversight of employee activities, personnel evaluations, training, facilities, grounds, equipment, reporting, etc. Also includes management of district budget.

-Administration and support of local protection and emergency response programs – forest pest mitigation, wildland fire suppression, capacity building, etc.

-Support of local county forest landowners association(s).

-Local wildland fire suppression response and standby including weekend response and other occasional emergency response (wildland fire, weather events, etc.) in other parts of the state/nation as directed.

-Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions: This is a field related job. Much of the work is done in remote forested locations under various geographic and climatic conditions. May require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions. Work is often outdoors in a harsh environment such as smoke, rough terrain, dusty roads, etc. May require operating heavy equipment with related exposure to equipment vibrations and noise. Persons serving in emergency response operations must meet a physical fitness standard, which includes successfully completing a two-mile walk in 30 minutes or less with 25 pounds. Emergency response may result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time. Work may include out-of-town travel and overtime hours. Employee must carry pager and/or cell phone device to facilitate 24/7 availability. Employee will be required to respond to dispatcher within 30 minutes of receiving an emergency call, notification or alert.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

Education and Experience:
Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Forestry from an SAF accredited school of forestry.

Required Experience: None – entry level position

Preferred Experience: Conservation and environmental education programming, working with landowners, program implementation and planning

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Word processing and spreadsheet applications (Word, Excel).

Preferred Knowledge: GIS/GP
Required Ability: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Required Skills : Good oral and written communication skills.

Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:

Required: Valid Texas Class A CDL or ability to obtain one within 180 days.

Preferred: SAF Certified Forester. ISA Certified Arborist. TFA Accredited Forester. Non-commercial pesticide applicator license.

Applicant Instructions:

Resume, cover letter, references and transcript(s) are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application. Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section. More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document. Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted. If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

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