WV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services
Forester 1 - Commerce - Forestry - Wayne Co.
WV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services, Charleston, West Virginia, United States
Forester 1 - Commerce - Forestry - Wayne Co.
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Nature of Work
Under direct supervision, works at a training level with specialization in the performance of technical and field work.
Primary responsibility will be forest management in Kanawha County.
Fire prevention, preparedness, and suppression; fire prevention message to media, groups, schools, and individuals; recruits, trains, and checks equipping of forest fire wardens, patrollers, and firefighters; supervises and directs forest fire suppression efforts and investigates forest fires.
Conducts spot checks and complaint investigations on logging operations, helps in logger training, and in logger assistance in regard to the Logging Sediment Control Act.
Assists landowners by providing technical assistance and advise, prepares stewardship plans, and checks reports of insect and disease.
Provides assistance to other agencies and employees as needed or required.
Performs other duties as requested.
As a condition of employment, a thorough interview and background investigation will be completed, which may include criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, education and training. Failure to cooperate, provide false information or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial irrespective of the investigation outcome.
Only one position will be filled using one of these three postings.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Associate degree in a Forest Technology program recognized by the Society of American Foresters OR a Bachelor's degree in a forestry program accredited by the Society of American Foresters.
Special Requirement: Must have a current license as a registered professional forester or a registered forestry technician or be in the process of obtaining professional licensure. Must have a valid driver's license.
Must take and pass a physical examination within the first six months of employment and submit to annual follow-up examinations. Failure to pass the initial examination will result in termination of employment. Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result in reassignment.
Positions must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Natural Resources Police Officer at the earliest opportunity following employment and maintain this commission throughout the period of employment in the position. This requirement may be waived at the discretion of the State Forester.
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Government Administration
Application Process IMPORTANT:
You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Please make sure to review the "Other Information" section of this listing for any specific instructions of the hiring department.
ATTENTION:
Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact any personal information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by U.S. mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest.
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Nature of Work
Under direct supervision, works at a training level with specialization in the performance of technical and field work.
Primary responsibility will be forest management in Kanawha County.
Fire prevention, preparedness, and suppression; fire prevention message to media, groups, schools, and individuals; recruits, trains, and checks equipping of forest fire wardens, patrollers, and firefighters; supervises and directs forest fire suppression efforts and investigates forest fires.
Conducts spot checks and complaint investigations on logging operations, helps in logger training, and in logger assistance in regard to the Logging Sediment Control Act.
Assists landowners by providing technical assistance and advise, prepares stewardship plans, and checks reports of insect and disease.
Provides assistance to other agencies and employees as needed or required.
Performs other duties as requested.
As a condition of employment, a thorough interview and background investigation will be completed, which may include criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, education and training. Failure to cooperate, provide false information or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial irrespective of the investigation outcome.
Only one position will be filled using one of these three postings.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Associate degree in a Forest Technology program recognized by the Society of American Foresters OR a Bachelor's degree in a forestry program accredited by the Society of American Foresters.
Special Requirement: Must have a current license as a registered professional forester or a registered forestry technician or be in the process of obtaining professional licensure. Must have a valid driver's license.
Must take and pass a physical examination within the first six months of employment and submit to annual follow-up examinations. Failure to pass the initial examination will result in termination of employment. Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result in reassignment.
Positions must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Natural Resources Police Officer at the earliest opportunity following employment and maintain this commission throughout the period of employment in the position. This requirement may be waived at the discretion of the State Forester.
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Government Administration
Application Process IMPORTANT:
You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Please make sure to review the "Other Information" section of this listing for any specific instructions of the hiring department.
ATTENTION:
Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact any personal information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by U.S. mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest.
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