Forest Assistant Manager

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Forestry Assistant Manager for the Northeast Region. This full-time role involves managing forested areas, supervising staff and volunteers, and overseeing forest data collection and management plans. The position requires strong communication skills for collaboration with various authorities and agencies. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and telework is not an option.
JOB

Do you want to become a leader in the innovative and proactive stewardship of wildlife and their habitats? This Forestry Assistant Manager position for the Northeast Region with the Pennsylvania Game Commission could be the right role for you! Achieve your goals and join a team-oriented organization that values accountability, seeks knowledge, and works for the benefit of Pennsylvania wildlife, residents, and visitors!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

In this position you will serve as Regional Forester responsible for the management of forested areas on public lands in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Work involves supervising professional employees and volunteers, assessing management objectives, and overseeing projects from silvicultural data collection to major road construction. You will supervise, monitor, and review the collection and compilation of forest data for long-term goals; direct and approve the development of formal management plans; and supervise the implementation of the plans considering priorities, market conditions, and established goals. Communication is key as you will also coordinate and recommend the prioritization of wildlife management timbre cuts, participate in timber sale contracts, perform a full range of supervisory duties, and coordinate work with other agency units and programs. Our team will also rely on you to meet with other state and municipal authorities and conservation agencies to discuss, coordinate, defend or promote Game Commission programs. Be part of something bigger than yourself and help preserve Pennsylvania’s natural resources for future generations with our team! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employmentWork hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.This position is eligible for Alternate Work Schedules (AWS). Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.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.

SUPPLEMENTAL 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.