Forest Technician (Seasonal) Susquehannock Forest District

THE POSITION

Are you someone who is deeply passionate about our local forests and finds working in the great outdoors exhilarating? If so, we invite you to become a part of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources as a seasonal Forest Technician. Each day brings new opportunities to learn, explore, and support the natural landscapes that make our state special. You will gain valuable experience while working with skilled forestry professionals who are dedicated to forest stewardship. Embrace the satisfaction that comes with dedicating yourself to the preservation and conservation of our precious natural resources.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will support forestry staff by providing technical assistance that helps maintain the health and sustainability of the Susquehannock State Forest. The work you will do follows established plans and policies to ensure responsible management across the district. As a seasonal Forest Technician, you will perform the following duties:

• Forest Data Work: Collect field measurements for timber volumes, stand analysis, and sale layout
• Boundary and Plot Tasks: Survey and mark project areas, download GPS data, and prepare maps
• Crew Support: Participate in field projects such as fencing, vegetation control, and tree planting
• Resource Management: Assist with habitat improvement, invasive species control, and forest health activities
• Fire Readiness: Maintain wildfire qualifications and assist with prevention and suppression efforts
• Recreation Support: Help maintain trails, mark routes, and assist with camp administration

• This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment March 2027.
• Work hours for this position are be based on a 2 week rotation.
  • Week 1: Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30 minute lunch.
  • Week 2: Work hours are 7:00 am to 4:15 PM, Monday - Thursday, with a 30 minute lunch. Employee will be off on Friday.
• Travel and overtime may be required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• An associate’s degree in forest technology; or
• Completion of equivalent formal education in forestry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

EXAMINATION 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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

• Eligibility rules apply.