Forester 1

The Forestry Commission in Georgia is hiring a Management Forester (Forester 1) in Metter, GA, with an annual salary of $52,000. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance in forest management, writing management plans, assisting with timber sales, and conducting educational programs. Candidates must have a degree in forestry or a related field and be a Georgia Registered Forester. Proficiency in relevant software and strong communication skills are required.
Job Opening: Management Forester (NRP020)

Annual Salary: $52,000.00
• THIS POSITION IS REQUIRED TO PASS THE MODERATE WORK CAPACITY TEST or THE PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST ANNUALLY**

Examples of Duties:

Provide technical assistance to landowners in all areas of forest management. Write multiple resource-based forest management plans for landowners. Assist with timber sales on state lands. Provide technical assistance to landowners in afforestation and reforestation. Diagnose insect and disease infestations and make recommendations for control. Assess storm damage to forest lands. Develop prescribed burning plans and assist with implementation. Provide assistance with establishing Streamside Management Zones. Present forestry programs to school groups and local government bodies. Assist landowners with cost-share programs. Prepare reports, including measuring and computing acreage. Assist landowners in control of burns. May operate heavy equipment. Assist with fire control as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will have completed a bachelor's degree in forestry, forest resources, or closely related major, which includes core forestry coursework from a SAF accredited school, or have obtained an associate degree in forestry, which includes forestry coursework from an SAF accredited school, and be a Georgia Registered Forester. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GIS, and excellent communication and customer service skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of southeastern forestry.
Bachelor's degree in forestry, forest resources, or a closely related field that includes core forestry coursework from a Society of American Foresters (SAF) from an accredited college or university. Note: Completes agency-specific training and requirements.
Additional Information
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• Requisition ID: NAT00WO
• Number of Openings: 1
• Advertised Salary: 52,000
• Shift: Day Job
• Posting End Date: Oct 21, 2024