dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
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THE POSITION
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Take the bold step to transform your career into an exciting adventure! Join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and become a vital part of our team, providing technical forestry assistance to the District's staff of foresters. We are looking for someone who is passionate about environmental preservation and is eager to contribute to the sustainable management of our precious forest resources.Step up and join us in this important mission today!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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As a Forest Technician with the DCNR, you will be vital in providing expert technical assistance to the District's foresters in key areas such as forest management, pest control, and nursery culture. In this dynamic position, you will work closely with the forester crew leader, efficiently collecting data and driving forward rural and community forestry programs in Centre and Huntingdon Counties. Your data collection will be instrumental in effectively monitoring our state forest lands' condition, growth, and health. Additionally, you will actively participate in wildland fire prevention, pre-suppression strategies, and prescribed fire activities.
Furthermore, as required, you will leverage your expertise to support various program areas within the Bureau of Forestry. Your strong knowledge of forest health, management, ecological services, and fire protection will significantly contribute to our mission to safeguard and enhance our invaluable forest resources. 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. The season runs from approximately March 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Travel may be required
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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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 6 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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
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EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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- 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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Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$22.95 Hourly
Jan 06, 2025