Forester

The Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking a Forester to manage forested resources and wildlife habitats in Missouri, primarily assisting private landowners. Responsibilities include developing budgets, conducting forest management activities, overseeing forestry projects, and managing public use conflicts. This is a full-time position based in Perryville, MO.
Summary/Objective Administer, maintain, and manage the forested resources and wildlife habitat on urban and rural landscapes in Missouri primarily assisting private landowners on their property, with some public land duties. Essential Job Duties Assist with developing annual budget request and work plan assuring alignment with Agency priorities and then oversee implementation to accomplish objectives. Conduct forest management activities on private and state land through forest inventory and implementation of recommended prescriptions including timber sale preparation and administration, use of prescribed burns, exotic plant control, tree planting and coordination with other Divisions. Coordinates and writes management plans. Leads, delegates, and oversees projects with other staff on forestry management projects on private land. Manages response to public use conflicts and management complaints. Periodically assists with maintenance du...