Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Forester (Service) - 20051212
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Latham, Ohio, United States, 45646
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What We Need We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of
Service Forester
within the
Division of Forestry , headquartered in
Pike County . The address is 334 Lapperell Road, Latham, Ohio 45646. To learn more about the Division of Forestry please visit Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ohiodnr.gov).
What You Will Do
Serve as Service Forester & provide technical forestry assistance to private landowners;
Provide assistance to landowners & inspect forestry land to determine eligibility for classification under Ohio Forest Tax Law;
Perform public relations duties, promoting interest, activity, & understanding in forest conservation;
Assist in the division's mission to promote and apply management for the sustainable use and protection of Ohio’s private and public forest lands;
Starting hourly pay of $25.77/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $33.52/hr; there may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to Pay Rate and Longevity Tables.
Training and Development Must successfully complete basic firefighter/introduction to fire behavior course (i.e., S-130/S-190) within first year of employment pursuant to national interagency incident management system (i.e., wildland & prescribed fire qualification system guide).
Unusual Working Conditions Requires travel; exposed to inclement weather, dust, dirt, insects & poisonous plants; responds to wildfires.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in forestry or related field of study; 12 months training or 12 months experience in public relations; 12 months training or 12 months experience in operation of computer software programs; valid driver's license. Equivalents may be considered.
Professional consulting forester credential per Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 1501:3-10-01; see details at Professional Forester Requirements.
Job Skills
Forestry
Technical Skills: Natural Resources
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus
Organization Natural Resources
Agency Contact Abbie Hanners or Dana Smith, hr@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6981
Agency Overview Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all! Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Administrative
Industries Government Administration
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What We Need We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of
Service Forester
within the
Division of Forestry , headquartered in
Pike County . The address is 334 Lapperell Road, Latham, Ohio 45646. To learn more about the Division of Forestry please visit Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ohiodnr.gov).
What You Will Do
Serve as Service Forester & provide technical forestry assistance to private landowners;
Provide assistance to landowners & inspect forestry land to determine eligibility for classification under Ohio Forest Tax Law;
Perform public relations duties, promoting interest, activity, & understanding in forest conservation;
Assist in the division's mission to promote and apply management for the sustainable use and protection of Ohio’s private and public forest lands;
Starting hourly pay of $25.77/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $33.52/hr; there may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to Pay Rate and Longevity Tables.
Training and Development Must successfully complete basic firefighter/introduction to fire behavior course (i.e., S-130/S-190) within first year of employment pursuant to national interagency incident management system (i.e., wildland & prescribed fire qualification system guide).
Unusual Working Conditions Requires travel; exposed to inclement weather, dust, dirt, insects & poisonous plants; responds to wildfires.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in forestry or related field of study; 12 months training or 12 months experience in public relations; 12 months training or 12 months experience in operation of computer software programs; valid driver's license. Equivalents may be considered.
Professional consulting forester credential per Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 1501:3-10-01; see details at Professional Forester Requirements.
Job Skills
Forestry
Technical Skills: Natural Resources
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus
Organization Natural Resources
Agency Contact Abbie Hanners or Dana Smith, hr@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6981
Agency Overview Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all! Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Administrative
Industries Government Administration
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