Forestry Specialist

2 months ago


Chino Valley, Arizona, United States Arizona Official Website of State of Arizona Full time
Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Administration is seeking a highly skilled Forestry Technician to join our team. As a Forestry Technician, you will conduct natural resource inventories to evaluate condition, health, insect and disease damage, and presence of nonnative and invasive species. You will assist Foresters with data interpretation to design strategies that meet objectives pertaining to watershed improvement, forest health, and wildfire mitigation. You will also comprehend and implement land management objectives as prescribed by a DFFM Forester, document progress, performance, and contractual adherence of state contractors and forestry crews to report to district staff, designate and mark trees, identify property boundaries, and assist with the treatment unit layout of projects. You will respond to the needs of a diverse constituency and travel for extended periods throughout the State.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor natural resource projects and document the progress and effectiveness of prescribed management treatments.
  • Conduct natural resource surveys and inventories to inform treatment strategies pertaining to watershed improvement, forest health, and wildfire mitigation.
  • Provide technical assistance to DFFM staff and constituents related to forestry techniques, forest health, insect and disease impacts, and hazardous fuels management.
  • Perform and assist Foresters in pre-treatment activities, including harvest designation, identifying property boundaries, treatment unit boundary layout, equipment access, GPS, etc.
  • Drive on State business.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, or similar natural resource management program, or a minimum of 2 years of field work experience.
  • A valid Arizona Driver's License.
Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package, including affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans, top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans, 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental leave, vacation time, sick time, deferred compensation plan, wellness plans, and tuition reimbursement eligibility after one year of employment.

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.


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