Forest Technician (Seasonal) - Clear Creek Forest District, Clarion County - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Job Details

THE POSITION If you have a passion for outdoor work and thrive in a hands-on environment, consider becoming a part of the Clear Creek Forest District within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. As a Forest Technician, you will engage with foresters and assist in the collection of forest data for stand analysis, cruising/marking timber, marking timbersale boundaries, and other sustainable forest management activities. This position not only offers the rewarding experience of serving the public and working to conserve State Forest Lands but also opens doors for professional development and a variety of professional advancement opportunities in your career. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position is situated within the Clear Creek Forest District and is classified as a technical position in the field of forestry. The primary responsibilities associated with this role involve executing a range of technical forestry tasks, providing support that fosters sustainable forest management and stewardship practices, applicable to both State Forest Lands and privately owned forest areas. Other duties include forest fire fighting, outreach and education, forest health monitoring, wildlife habitat projects, and other related tasks.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal full-time employment without benefits; 37.5 hours per week.
• The season runs from approximately March 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.
• Work hours:
  • Week 1: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday
  • Week 2: 7:00 AM to 4:15 PM, Tuesday - Friday; OFF Monday
• This position may require travel and overtime as needed.
• 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.

Condition of Employment:

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

Other Requirements:

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

How to Apply:

• 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. 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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