Wyoming State Forestry Division
Urban and Community Resource Forester
Wyoming State Forestry Division, Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States, 82007
Overview
Job Title:
Urban and Community Forestry Program Manager Location:
Cheyenne, WY Salary:
$61,775.88 Annually Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2025-02521 Department:
060-Forestry Division Opening Date:
10/10/2025 General Description: The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD), is seeking a Community Resource Forester to provide statewide technical assistance, training, educational resources, and support to communities, organizations, and Wyoming citizens on forest management issues and topics. The Community Resource Forester also assists with the administration of grants and special projects. This position is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Cheyenne is a full-service community home to over 60,000 residents and is near four-season outdoor recreation areas. The location provides convenient access to the Colorado Front Range communities and Denver International Airport. Human Resource Contact (optional to include):
Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 / ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov Responsibilities
Assists with the statewide delivery of the Urban and Community Program to Wyoming landowners, communities, and partners. Coordinates the Wyoming Champion Tree Program, including maintaining the Wyoming Big Tree Register, receiving and approving nominations, and corresponding with the national Big Tree Register program. Assists with the Tree City USA certification program and attends and presents Tree City awards at Arbor Day celebrations in communities. Assists in the coordination of the Community Tree Managers Focus Group and green industry events. Provides direction and assistance for conservation education through Wyoming Project Learning Tree and other educational programs and organizations. Works with field staff and program managers with field day coordination statewide on an annual basis. Conducts native and exotic insect disease surveys. Assists with the administration of sub-grants and with the completion of special grant-funded projects. Works with the national Firewise program and Wyoming communities in coordination with the Fuels program. Participates in all the major programs within the division, including Forest Stewardship, Urban and Community Forestry, Forest Health, and the Fuels program. Provides written and electronic documents, articles, brochures, newsletters, reports, website and social media updates, press releases, and other resources for field staff, cooperators and constituents, and news media. Qualifications
Preferences:
ISA Arborist Certification or ability to test and obtain certification within 12 months after hire date. Knowledge: Knowledge of arboriculture. Knowledge of proper urban forestry planning practices. Knowledge of superior tree selection and propagation. Knowledge of insect and disease identification and control methods. Knowledge of forest management, botany, plant pathology, physiology, and genetics. Knowledge of fuel reduction techniques and strategies. Skills in oral and written communications. Strong public relations and interpersonal skills. Skills in creating educational and informational materials for displays, print, speeches, and training courses. Skills in communicating and presenting to diverse groups. Skills in the use of Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ArcGIS desktop, or ArcGIS Pro. Ability to provide program assistance in all aspects of forest management. Ability to exercise independent judgment and function with minimal supervision. Minimum Qualifications: Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Forestry) Experience:
0-2 year of progressive work experience (typically in Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license Physical Working Conditions
This position may require frequent statewide travel. Notes
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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Job Title:
Urban and Community Forestry Program Manager Location:
Cheyenne, WY Salary:
$61,775.88 Annually Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2025-02521 Department:
060-Forestry Division Opening Date:
10/10/2025 General Description: The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD), is seeking a Community Resource Forester to provide statewide technical assistance, training, educational resources, and support to communities, organizations, and Wyoming citizens on forest management issues and topics. The Community Resource Forester also assists with the administration of grants and special projects. This position is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Cheyenne is a full-service community home to over 60,000 residents and is near four-season outdoor recreation areas. The location provides convenient access to the Colorado Front Range communities and Denver International Airport. Human Resource Contact (optional to include):
Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 / ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov Responsibilities
Assists with the statewide delivery of the Urban and Community Program to Wyoming landowners, communities, and partners. Coordinates the Wyoming Champion Tree Program, including maintaining the Wyoming Big Tree Register, receiving and approving nominations, and corresponding with the national Big Tree Register program. Assists with the Tree City USA certification program and attends and presents Tree City awards at Arbor Day celebrations in communities. Assists in the coordination of the Community Tree Managers Focus Group and green industry events. Provides direction and assistance for conservation education through Wyoming Project Learning Tree and other educational programs and organizations. Works with field staff and program managers with field day coordination statewide on an annual basis. Conducts native and exotic insect disease surveys. Assists with the administration of sub-grants and with the completion of special grant-funded projects. Works with the national Firewise program and Wyoming communities in coordination with the Fuels program. Participates in all the major programs within the division, including Forest Stewardship, Urban and Community Forestry, Forest Health, and the Fuels program. Provides written and electronic documents, articles, brochures, newsletters, reports, website and social media updates, press releases, and other resources for field staff, cooperators and constituents, and news media. Qualifications
Preferences:
ISA Arborist Certification or ability to test and obtain certification within 12 months after hire date. Knowledge: Knowledge of arboriculture. Knowledge of proper urban forestry planning practices. Knowledge of superior tree selection and propagation. Knowledge of insect and disease identification and control methods. Knowledge of forest management, botany, plant pathology, physiology, and genetics. Knowledge of fuel reduction techniques and strategies. Skills in oral and written communications. Strong public relations and interpersonal skills. Skills in creating educational and informational materials for displays, print, speeches, and training courses. Skills in communicating and presenting to diverse groups. Skills in the use of Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ArcGIS desktop, or ArcGIS Pro. Ability to provide program assistance in all aspects of forest management. Ability to exercise independent judgment and function with minimal supervision. Minimum Qualifications: Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Forestry) Experience:
0-2 year of progressive work experience (typically in Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license Physical Working Conditions
This position may require frequent statewide travel. Notes
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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