Forestry Technician 1

The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is hiring a Forestry Technician 1 for seasonal, part-time work in New York. Responsibilities include collecting field data, assisting with mapping, timber volume computations, and managing invasive species. Candidates need forestry-related education or experience and must be able to work in rough terrain and adverse weather. A valid driver's license is required. Salary is $19 per hour.
Description

Duties Description

Will complete forestry work on Wildlife Management Areas in Region 8, under the direction of a Forester. Incumbent may be required to work alone, in rough terrain.

Specific Tasks May Include The Following
• Gather field data from random plots using hand held GPS unit and/or electronic data collector, 10 BAF prism, clinometer, tree scale stick, and other related equipment, using standard procedures.
• Input field data into the State Forest Inventory Program.
• Assist with forest and habitat type mapping and inventory plot layout using GIS technology.
• Assist foresters in marking forest product sales based upon a written prescription.
• Perform timber volume computations.
• Monitor sales activity for compliance with contract requirements.
• Perform boundary line maintenance.
• Assist with invasive species management, including pesticide application.
• Assist with trail maintenance and hazard tree evaluation and removal.

Essential Skills Include
• Tree identification
• Tree diameter and height measurement
• GPS navigation
• GIS data manipulation

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Thirty (30) semester credit hours, including twelve (12) semester credit hours in forestry, which must include at least one course in three or more of the following areas: botany, dendrology, forest biology, forest ecology, forest ecosystem management, forest entomology, forest health, forest mensuration, forest pathology, forest protection, forest soils, general soils, geographic information systems, land surveying, and silviculture

OR

One (1) year of technical forestry experience in one (1) or more of the following areas: forest management, including sale and removal of timber products; nursery management, including the transplanting of tree or shrub seedlings; forest pest management, including control of diseases and insect pests.

Additional Comments

This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 11/30/2025. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.

Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.

Must be able to work in remote areas.

Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 pounds.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.