forestry foreman

Stadt Waldkirch

Die Stadt Waldkirch liegt 15 km nördlich von Freiburg und beschäftigt annähernd 500 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter. Die Stadtverwaltung bietet eine Vielzahl attraktiver Arbeitsplätze sowie unterschiedliche Arbeitsaufgaben, die keine Langeweile entstehen lassen. <br> Unsere Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter prägen mit Ihren Dienstleistungen das Zusammenleben der Bürgerinnen und Bürger und sind der . klicken sie bewerben, für die volle Stellenbeschreibung

Forstrevierleiter (m/w/d)

SavATree

<p><strong>Looking for a place where you can thrive?</strong></p><p>SavATree's mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country's outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.</p><p>The General Tree Care Team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients' landscapes.</p><p>In this role, team members have the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in their community. The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape.</p><p><strong>What a day is like</strong>:</p><p>Daily focus is working together on a General Tree Care crew to provide high quality tree care to our clients. The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care. Team members are able to safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.</p><p><strong>What kind of person are we looking for? Someone with:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals</li><li>Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species' characteristics</li><li>Ability to climb without spurs</li><li>Experience with tree care safety standards</li><li>Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation</li><li>Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck)</li></ul><p><strong>What is Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>The desire to work outdoors </li><li>Valid U.S. driver's license to operate company vehicles, <strong>CDL a plus</strong></li><li>Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.</li></ul><p><strong>Why you might love working here:</strong></p><ul><li>We have lots of training and development opportunities and support continuing education in the industry</li><li>Our Tree Care Team works alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety</li><li>We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health and dental, paid time off, 401(K) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Equipment Account</li></ul><p>We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for team members to reach out and get the help needed, even when it's from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. <strong>That's why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here.</strong></p><p><strong>SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace</strong></p><p><strong>HV</strong></p>

Tree Climber Foreman

<p><strong>Looking for a place where you can thrive?</strong></p><p>SavATree's mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country's outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.</p><p>The General Tree Care Team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients' landscapes.</p><p>In this role, team members have the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in their community. The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape.</p><p><strong>What a day is like</strong>:</p><p>Daily focus is working together on a General Tree Care crew to provide high quality tree care to our clients. The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care. Team members are able to safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.</p><p><strong>What kind of person are we looking for? Someone with:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals</li><li>Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species' characteristics</li><li>Ability to climb without spurs</li><li>Experience with tree care safety standards</li><li>Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation</li><li>Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck)</li></ul><p><strong>What is Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>The desire to work outdoors </li><li>Valid U.S. driver's license to operate company vehicles, CDL a plus</li><li>Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.</li></ul><p><strong>Why you might love working here:</strong></p><ul><li>We have lots of training and development opportunities and support continuing education in the industry</li><li>Our Tree Care Team works alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety</li><li>We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health and dental, paid time off, 401(K) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Equipment Account</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Physical demands of this role:</strong></p><p> </p><p>These physical demands described must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is subject to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. </p><p>We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for team members to reach out and get the help needed, even when it's from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. <strong>That's why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here.</strong></p><p><strong>SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace</strong></p>

<p><strong>Looking for a place where you can thrive?</strong></p><p>SavATree's mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country's outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.</p><p>The General Tree Care Team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients' landscapes.</p><p>In this role, team members have the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in their community. The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape.</p><p><strong>What a day is like</strong>:</p><p>Daily focus is working together on a General Tree Care crew to provide high quality tree care to our clients. The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care. Team members are able to safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.</p><p><strong>What kind of person are we looking for? Someone with:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals</li><li>Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species' characteristics</li><li>Ability to climb without spurs</li><li>Experience with tree care safety standards</li><li>Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation</li><li>Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck)</li></ul><p><strong>What is Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>The desire to work outdoors </li><li>Valid U.S. driver's license to operate company vehicles, <strong>CDL a plus</strong></li><li>Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.</li></ul><p><strong>Why you might love working here:</strong></p><ul><li>We have lots of training and development opportunities and support continuing education in the industry</li><li>Our Tree Care Team works alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety</li><li>We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health and dental, paid time off, 401(K) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Equipment Account</li></ul><p>We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for team members to reach out and get the help needed, even when it's from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. <strong>That's why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here.</strong></p><p><strong>SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace</strong></p>

Georgia Tech

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2>
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<p></p><div><div><div>Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting Faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About Georgia Tech</b></div><div>
Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's Faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and is No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Georgia Tech's Mission and Values</b></div><div>
Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:</div><div>
1. Students are our top priority.</div><div>
2. We strive for excellence.</div><div>
3. We thrive on diversity.</div><div>
4. We celebrate collaboration.</div><div>
5. We champion innovation.</div><div>
6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.</div><div>
7. We nurture the well-being of our community.</div><div>
8. We act ethically.</div><div>
9. We are responsible stewards.</div><div></div><div><br>
Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good, breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.</div></div>
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Department Information</b></h2>
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<p></p><div><div><div>Housing and Residence Life is passionate about the Georgia Tech residential student experience. With 97% of all first-year students choosing to live on campus, we create spaces and opportunities for Yellow Jackets to grow and connect from their first day of college through their graduate studies. We are proud to support our students&iquest; personal development and academic endeavors while providing a safe and comfortable living environment.</div><div>
Our department is a large and complex organization supporting over 8,700 on-campus residents among 49 traditional halls, suites, and apartments, some of which were constructed for the 1996 Summer Olympics. Our team of 200+ professional staff and 300+ student staff from six departments supports residents directly and indirectly with their unique talents. We are housed within the <b>Student Engagement and Well-Being</b> division, which includes many student service offices.</div><p></p><div><b><br>
Mission</b></div><div>
Housing and Residence Life offers quality, safe, well-maintained residential facilities. We encourage, promote, and facilitate customer-focused programs and services that attract students to our facilities and Georgia Tech. We provide physical, programmatic, and technological systems to enhance the quality of life on campus, support the academic needs of resident students, and complement the academic goals of the institute.</div></div>
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Job Summary</b></h2>
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<div><div><p>Provides oversight and direction in the planning and/or execution of the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and regulatory compliance of all types of mechanical systems, including boiler management, generators, fire and life safety (sprinklers, fire alarms, fire pumps), switchgear low/high voltage, utility location, and elevator management, including providing mechanical contract management oversight for 24/7 Housing and Residence Life operation. Plan and supervise activities of personnel in performing service and maintenance work within an assigned area. Work supervised involves the application of multiple craft disciplines, which can include electrical, mechanical, and structural, as well as general maintenance and upkeep activity.</p><ul><li>
The position is responsible for setting employee goals, assessing employee performance, providing feedback, and making pay recommendations.</li><li>
This position will interact on a consistent basis with Operations and Maintenance management, supervisors and staff, contractors, vendors, and customers.</li><li>
This position typically will advise and counsel Operations and Maintenance management, contractors, and customers.</li><li>
This position will supervise assigned craft and general maintenance personnel.</li></ul></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities</b></h2>
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<p></p><div><div><p><b>Job Duty 1 -</b><br>
Receive, review, assign, and track Projects/Services and Preventive Maintenance work orders; make appropriate entries in the work order system.<br>
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<b>Job Duty 2 -</b><br>
Monitor work/projects in progress; provide guidance and direction as required.<br>
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<b>Job Duty 3 -</b><br>
Review completed jobs to ensure requirements were met; follow up as required; solicit customer feedback.<br>
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<b>Job Duty 4 -</b><br>
Coordinate services with other departments as required.<br>
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<b>Job Duty 5 -</b><br>
Maintain and approve time records; address and resolve personnel issues.<br>
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<b>Job Duty 6 -</b><br>
Order materials and supplies; maintain adequate inventory<br>
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<b>Job Duty 7 -</b><br>
Perform other duties as assigned.</p></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><div><div><p><b>Educational Requirements</b><br>
High school diploma, GED Certificate, or Vocational School Diploma<br>
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<b>Required Experience</b><br>
Six to seven years of job-related experience</p><p>
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Other Required Qualifications</b><br>
This position is on call 24/7.</p></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><div><div><p><b>Preferred Educational Qualifications</b><br>
Technical Diploma, Associate's Degree, or two years of college coursework<br>
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<b>Preferred Experience</b><br>
Lead work in a multi-craft shop or organization, with three years in a supervisory role.</p><p><b>
Additional Preferred Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Lead work in a multi-craft shop or organization</li><li>
three years in a supervisory role</li><li>
Experience working in the arena of higher education</li><li>
Nicet 2 or higher certification</li><li>
Low-voltage electrical certification</li><li>
Additional Preferred Qualifications</li><li>
Use of specialized computer applications</li></ul></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Proposed Salary</b></h2>
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<div><div><p>Salary Range: $65,393-$88,934/yr</p></div>
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Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities</b></h2>
<div><div><div><p><b>SKILLS</b><br>
This job requires skills in supervision/management within a facilities maintenance environment. Included are skills in the application of multi-craft maintenance processes and practices, effective communications, troubleshooting, and conflict resolution. Use of the office and specialized computer applications is required.</p></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>USG Core Values</b></h2>
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<p></p><div><div><div>The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.</div><div>
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.</div></div>
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Equal Employment Opportunity</b></h2>
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<p></p><div><div><div>The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.</div><div>
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual&iquest;s race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.</div><div></div><div><br>
More information on these policies can be found here: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/c2714 Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu).</div></div>
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Other Information</b></h2>
<div><div><div><p>This is a supervisory position.<br>
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.<br>
This role is not considered a position of trust.<br>
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).<br>
This position does not require a security clearance.</p><p>
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Location: Atlanta, GA</p></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Background Check</b></h2>
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<p></p><div><div><div>The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre-employment background screening. http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Multi-Craft Foreperson

Ravalli County

<div><p><b>Position: County Forester/Resource Advisor Classification: Full-time</b></p>
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Department: Commissioners Reports to: BCC</b></p>
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Posting Date: 11/10/2025 Application Deadline: Until Filled</b></p>
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Position Grade: Exempt Rate of Pay: $50,000 &ndash; 65,000 D.O.E.</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary:</b></p>
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The purpose of the Ravalli County Forester position is to develop, promote and implement County forestry and natural resource policies that assist Federal, State and private forest land owners in the management of their forest lands and to enhance forest health, mitigate wildland fire, improve wildlife and watershed habitat and maximize the economic well-being of Ravalli County. The County Forester will represent the County Commission to the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), Montanan DNRC, wood products entities and private land owners on issues of forest management, including fire mitigation, grant management issues to include county response to project proposals through the NEPA/MEPA process and provide technical assistance to existing and future county timberlands and timber projects.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Essential Functions:</b></p>
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<ul><li>Nature of work: As directed by the Ravalli County Commissioners, delivery of County forestry services includes:
<div><ul><li>Coordination and collaboration with regional and local USFS staff, Montana DNRC, NRCS, Bitterroot RC&amp;D, NGOs, state and local timber companies, contractors and private land</li></ul>
<ul><li>Participating in the Ravalli County Collaborative and Fire in the Root Council meetings</li></ul>
<ul><li>Preparing applications for local government assistance grants as well as any federal/state grant programs that will enhance and promote the County Forestry</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop the county hazardous fuels reduction program and assist private land owners in basic forest stewardship planning and technical forestry</li></ul>
<ul><li>Represent Ravalli County on Bitterroot National Forest fuel reduction projects and planning committees</li></ul>
<ul><li>Administrative duties include coordination with County finance office, County Road &amp; Bridge department, Office of Emergency Management, Planning Department, budget management, grant management, reporting of grant funding and coordination with County departments as</li></ul>
</div></li></ul><ul><li>Personal Contacts: Continuous coordination and outreach with land management agencies, timber/lumber companies, local contractors, private land owners, schools,</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supervision Received: communication and consultation with Ravalli County Commissioners as</li></ul></div><br>
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Supervisory Responsibilities:</b></p>
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Currently - None</p>
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All other employees (should the department expands).</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Travel Required:</b></p>
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Driving and time in the field throughout Ravalli County regularly. Driving to State and Federal offices throughout Montana occasionally.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Duties/Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<ul><li>Represent Commissioners in collaboration with USFS, MT DNRC, USFWS on forest management</li></ul>
<ul><li>Serve as a member and represent County positions and policy with the Bitterroot National</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review, develop and recommend written response comments on all NEPA/MEPA documents on natural resource projects on state and federal lands throughout Ravalli</li></ul>
<ul><li>Research grant opportunities, manage fuel reduction/fire wise grants and contracts, brief County Commissioners on grant opportunities and write and submit grant</li></ul>
<ul><li>Continue to engage with the FS on the County/FS Participating Agreement and implement Hazardous Fuel Reduction projects on FS and Private lands</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop Requests for Bids and Proposals for private contractors, oversee contracts and monitor all project related</li></ul>
<ul><li>In coordination with FS, inspect completed hazardous fuels projects administered by the</li></ul>
<ul><li>Consult and coordinate with USFS and MT DNRC on planning of &ldquo;Good Neighbor Authority Projects&rdquo; within Ravalli</li></ul>
<ul><li>Perform Home Risk Assessments and Forest Stewardship programs in coordination with Fire in the Root and DNRC.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Educate and perform outreach to public and private entities on wildfire mitigation and fuels reduction programs</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate with the FS, DNRC, NRCS, B RC&amp;D and other entities on implementation of action items and objectives within the 2024 CWPP. Monitor progress and status of action items and objectives in the CWPP and commit to annual review cycles for any</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate with CWPP Core-Team and hold intermittent meetings to assess progress/planning</li></ul>
<ul><li>Monitor fuel reduction projects on private lands within the wildland urban interface in coordination with other agencies and</li></ul>
<ul><li>Update the County&rsquo;s Natural Resource Use Policy</li></ul></div><br>
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Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</b></p>
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<li>Thorough knowledge of forest and wildfire management theories, principles, practices, regulations</li>
<li>Considerable knowledge of short and long range planning programs, wildland fire mitigation and industry operations</li>
<li>Knowledge of forest insects, disease and pest management</li>
<li>Knowledge of office and contract/grant management</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience writing grant applications and grant administration</li>
<li>Ability to write technical documents, letter and comments including project scoping documents, EA project comments, project objections and update the County Natural Resource Use Policy</li>
<li>Ability to coordinate, collaborate and work with diverse groups from government agencies, industry, and private landowners</li>
<li>Ability to understand and represent to stakeholders, the needs and requirements of Ravalli County</li>
<li>Proficiency in public presentations and utilization of both office and field technology</li>
<li>Effective written and verbal skills</li></ul><br>
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Required Education and Experience:</b></p>
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<li>This position requires a Degree in Forestry or related field with direct course work in forest management</li>
<li>3-4 years progressively responsible work experience in forest and wildfire management, or any satisfactory, equivalent education/experience.</li></ul><br>
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<li>Knowledge of NEPA, MEPA, and associated natural resource law, wildland fire management and Home Ignition Zone fuels reduction, and experience with grant</li>
<li>Experience briefing diverse groups, participating in collaborative groups/projects, coordinating with multiple federal, state and local agencies, strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with basic computer</li>
<li>Considerable knowledge of forestry and fuels management</li>
<li>Must possess Montana driver&rsquo;s</li></ul><br>
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Work Environment:</b></p>
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<li>Work will be performed in both office and field settings; field environment will consist of seasonal weather to include adverse weather conditions in sometimes remote locations. Experience in driving 4x4 vehicles on remote, rough and rugged terrain and roads</li></ul><br>
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Physical Demands:</b></p>
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<li>Will require bending, lifting up to 60 lbs., hiking in often times rough, steep and rugged terrain</li>
<li>Visual, Hearing and Dexterity Demands: Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and good depth</li></ul><br>
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EEO Statement:</b></p>
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Ravalli County is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEO). Ravalli County does not refuse employment or discriminate in compensation or the other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment based upon race, color, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, genetic information, or veteran&rsquo;s status.</p><br>
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Other Duties:</b></p>
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</p></div>

County Forester/Resource Advisor

State of Alaska

<p></p><div><div><div><div><b>The Department of Natural Resources, Division of </b><b>Forestry &amp; Fire Protection, </b><b>is recruiting for a </b><b>Forester 1 position in Fairbanks, Alaska.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.</b></div><div>
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
What You Will Be Doing:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Assist in managing field crews in remote regions of Alaska to collect forestry, botanical, and geographic data for the Forest Inventory and Analysis program.</li><li>
Oversee daily operations, including aviation logistics, safety in remote landing zones, and data submissions.</li><li>
Ensure accurate data collection on tree growth, forest health, soils, and vegetation, using scientific protocols and field tools.</li><li>
Navigate challenging terrain using GPS, maps, and compasses, while mentoring and supporting crew members in remote environments.</li><li>
Maintain data quality by troubleshooting, editing, and archiving field data, contributing to the sustainable management of Alaska&rsquo;s forests.</li></ul></div><div><b>
Mission and Values/Culture:</b></div><div>
The Division of Forestry and Fire Protection manages Alaska's forests sustainably while leading wildland fire management, forest practices, and cooperative forestry programs statewide. Its influence extends across ownership boundaries through incident management, federal timber resource oversight, and timber inventory efforts. FIA Foresters support this mission by collaborating with the U.S. Forest Service to establish and inventory permanent research plots across Alaska using standardized national protocols.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits of Joining Our Team:</b></div><div>
This position is an integral part of a team comprising state and federal professionals who execute a large interagency forest inventory program across interior Alaska. The Interior Alaska Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) program covers the largest area of any FIA program in the country, providing opportunities to work, monitor, and access some of the most remote areas in Alaska.</div><div></div><div><br>
This position offers avenues to gain proficiency in aviation operations, backcountry navigation, and ecological field measurements. Training in wilderness medicine, as well as wildlife and firearms safety, is included. Additionally, this role provides valuable exposure to the diverse career opportunities available within the Division of Forestry and Fire Protection, offering a pathway for professional growth and advancement in natural resource management.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
The Working Environment You Can Expect:</b></div><div>
Fieldwork is conducted in remote and challenging conditions across Interior Alaska, with hazards including rugged terrain, aviation transport, bear encounters, and inclement weather. Employees must be physically fit, capable of carrying heavy packs, and prepared for off-trail hiking, as well as working in small aircraft, helicopters, boats, and tight quarters with constant background noise.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.</b></div><p>
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies:</p><ul><li>
Safety Hazards: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to identify, control, mitigate, and eliminate safety hazards in the design and use of facilities, equipment, operations, and work processes.</li><li>
Manages Resources: Selects, acquires, stores, and distributes resources such as materials, equipment, or money.</li><li>
Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with uncertainty.</li><li>
Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.</li><li>
Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately</li></ul><div><b><br>
Click here</b><b> </b><b>to learn more about working for the Division of Forestry &amp; Fire Protection.</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field that includes a minimum of 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours in forestry or closely related curricula.<br>
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Substitution:<br>
An Associate's degree that includes a minimum of 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related curricula from an accredited college and two years journey level experience in the technical aspects of forest management and practices such as fire prevention, fire suppression, timber sales, reforestation, or inventory will substitute for the required bachelor's degree. The required experience includes work such as a Natural Resource Technician 2, Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 or Wildland Fire Dispatcher 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.<br>
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Substitution:<br>
Certification from an accredited vocational technical school in forestry, natural resource management or a closely related field and three years of journey level experience in the technical aspects of forest management and practices such as fire prevention, fire suppression, timber sales, reforestation, or inventory may substitute for the required bachelor's degree. This experience includes work such as a Natural Resource Technician 2, Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3 or Wildland Fire Dispatcher 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.<br>
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Certification via NWCG (National Wildfire Coordinating Group) Incident Qualification Card (AKA 'red card') within the preceding three (3) years in any of the following will substitute for the required education:<br>
 1. Single Resource (CRWB, HEQB, HEMG, ENGB, FELB), or<br>
 2. Field Observer (FOBS)<br>
 For NWCG Incident Qualification Card certification information see: National Incident Management System (NIMS).<br>
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<b>Special Note:</b><br>
Closely related curricula and work experience includes fields such as: geosciences, geography, natural resources, environmental sciences, soils, hydrology, wildlife habitat management, forest engineering, remote sensing, vegetation classification, natural resource bio-metrics and wildland fire control.<br>
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One year of work experience equals 12 months of seasonal work.<br>
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Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments; may be on stand-by or recall status during the fire season; may be assigned work in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days; may fly in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters and handle hazardous materials.<br>
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Most positions require &quot;Red Card&quot; qualification under the Incident Command System.<br>
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Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Required Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>** Please read the information below carefully. **</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
At the time of the interview</b><b>, </b>please ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:</div><ul><li>
Two professional references.</li><li>
Valid Alaska driver&rsquo;s license.</li><li>
Copy of any forestry, aviation, or fire-related training certificates.</li></ul><p><b>
SPECIAL NOTICES</b></p><ul><li>
This position requires the incumbent to carry and use firearms for wildlife protection.</li><li>
This position requires frequent travel within the state via fixed-wing &amp; rotor-wing aircraft, ATV, and watercraft.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Application Notice</b></div><div>
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions on how to apply can be found on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage (link). Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Supplemental Questions</b></div><div>
For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) utilizes four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant&rsquo;s level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education</b></div><div>
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Special Instructions for Foreign Education</b></div><div>
Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements, you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively, an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institution's transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institution's curricula. It is your responsibility to provide this evidence when applying.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Work Experience</b></div><div>
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer&rsquo;s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Note:</b> Attaching a resume is not a substitute for completing the application in its entirety. Noting, &quot;see resume&quot; or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Bargaining Unit</b></div><div>
If you are a<b> current state employee</b>, please indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are <b>not a current state employee.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Driver&rsquo;s License Requirement</b></div><div>
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Firearms</b></div><div>
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.</div><div></div><div><br>
A &quot;misdemeanor crime of domestic violence&quot; is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
EEO STATEMENT</b><br>
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or alternative communication formats should call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau, or use the TTY: Alaska Relay at 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Division of Personnel &amp; Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Contact Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure that your email address is correct on your application and that your spam filter will permit emails from the governmentjobs.com domain.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Workplace Alaska Application Questions &amp; Assistance</b></div><div>
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.</div><div></div><div><br>
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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:</b></div><div><b><br>
Katie Finnesand</b></div><div><b>
FIA Shift Coordinator (Forester 2)</b></div><div><b>
Phone: </b>907-440-4303</div><div><b>
Email: </b>katie.finnesand@alaska.gov</div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits</b></div><br>
The following information describes <b>typical</b> benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.<br>
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For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)<br>
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<b>Insurance Benefits</b><ul> <li>Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental<ul> <li>The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.<ul> <li>AVTEC </li><li>Confidential </li><li>Correctional Officers </li><li>Marine Engineers </li><li>Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers </li><li>Supervisory </li><li>Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union </li><li>Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)</li></ul> </li><li>The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.<ul> <li>General Government </li><li>Labor, Trades and Crafts </li><li>Public Safety Employees Association </li><li>Masters, Mates &amp; Pilots</li></ul></li></ul> </li><li>Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)</li></ul><div><b>Optional Insurance Benefits</b></div><ul> <li>Group-based insurance premiums for<ul> <li>Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) </li><li>Long-term and short-term disability </li><li>Accidental Death and Dismemberment </li><li>Long-term care (self and eligible family members) </li><li>Supplemental Survivor Benefits</li></ul> </li><li>Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses</li></ul><br>
<b>Retirement Benefits</b><ul> <li>Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) </li><li>Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) </li><li>Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) </li><li>Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security </li><li>Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program </li><li><b><i>Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options</i></b></li></ul><div>See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information<br>
 </div><b>Paid Leave &amp; Other Benefits</b><ul> <li>Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served </li><li>Twelve (12) paid holidays a year</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>

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