Service Forester (Forester) – Clear Creek Forest District, Clarion County or Mercer County

Applications accepted until Monday, October 14, 2024, at 11:59 pm eastern.  You MUST apply on our website using the link provided to be considered for this position.

THE POSITION

If you have a solid grasp of forestry principles and environmental science, along with a genuine enthusiasm for safeguarding our natural resources, your skills could play a vital role in our mission. We aim to advance sustainable forestry practices that not only support the environment but also uplift local communities. We invite you to be part of our dedication to nurturing thriving forests and championing sustainable land use, as we collaborate to make a meaningful difference in preserving our natural heritage. 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role is a professional forestry position located in the Clear Creek Forest District. Your primary responsibility is to offer technical support, information, and educational resources to private forest landowners across multiple counties, while also fostering partnerships and relationships within the specified program area.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

– Full-time employment
– Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
– This positions duties will cover:
– 158 South Second Avenue, Clarion, PA 16214
– 684 Lake Wilhelm Road, Sandy Lake, PA 16145
– Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters.
– Overtime and travel as required
– Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
– You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

– Two years of technical forestry experience, and an associates degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or 
– A bachelors degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or 
– A masters degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree.
– Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement:

– This position requires possession of a valid PA non- commercial Class C drivers license or equivalent. 

Other Requirements:

– PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
– You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

– Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
– This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the sup lemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
– Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
– Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. 

Veterans: 

– Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

– 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
 
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.  

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

– Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
– Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 
– Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
– You must provide complete and accurate information or:
– your score may be lower than deserved.
– you may be disqualified.
– You may only apply/test once for this posting.
– Your results will be provided via email.