State of West Virginia
Forester 1 - Commerce - Forestry - Wayne Co.
State of West Virginia, Charleston, West Virginia, us, 25329
Forester 1 - Commerce - Forestry - Wayne Co.
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Nature of Work
Forester 1 - WAYNE COUNTY
Works at a training level under direct supervision specializing in technical and field work. Primary responsibility is forest management in Kanawha County.
Fire prevention, preparedness, and suppression; delivers fire‑prevention messages 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 assistance regarding the Logging Sediment Control Act.
Assists landowners by providing technical assistance and advice, 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 an inquiry into job‑related information will be completed, including criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, education, and training. Failure to cooperate or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Current license as a registered professional forester or registered forestry technician, or in the process of obtaining professional licensure.
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 may result in termination; failure to pass subsequent examinations may result in reassignment.
Must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Natural Resources Police Officer at the earliest opportunity and maintain the commission throughout the period of employment (may be waived at the discretion of the State Forester).
Application Information
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Submit a complete work history, detailed job duties, and official transcripts or certificates verifying education and licensure.
Contact: applicantservices@wv.gov
Mailing address: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Forester 1 - Commerce - Forestry - Wayne Co.
role at
State of West Virginia
Nature of Work
Forester 1 - WAYNE COUNTY
Works at a training level under direct supervision specializing in technical and field work. Primary responsibility is forest management in Kanawha County.
Fire prevention, preparedness, and suppression; delivers fire‑prevention messages 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 assistance regarding the Logging Sediment Control Act.
Assists landowners by providing technical assistance and advice, 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 an inquiry into job‑related information will be completed, including criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, education, and training. Failure to cooperate or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Current license as a registered professional forester or registered forestry technician, or in the process of obtaining professional licensure.
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 may result in termination; failure to pass subsequent examinations may result in reassignment.
Must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Natural Resources Police Officer at the earliest opportunity and maintain the commission throughout the period of employment (may be waived at the discretion of the State Forester).
Application Information
Click the APPLY link to apply online.
Submit a complete work history, detailed job duties, and official transcripts or certificates verifying education and licensure.
Contact: applicantservices@wv.gov
Mailing address: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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