Forest Technician (Seasonal) - Delaware Forest District, Monroe County

Are you passionate about working in the great outdoors and thrive in a hands-on work environment? If so, consider becoming a part of the Delaware Forest District within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Here, you will engage in meaningful tasks that involve the upkeep of district roads, trails, and facilities, allowing you to contribute to the preservation of our natural landscapes. This role not only offers the rewarding experience of serving the public but also opens doors for professional development and a variety of advancement opportunities in your career!

This role is designated as a forest technician within Forest District 19, which encompasses the counties of Monroe and Pike. The main responsibility associated with this position is to function as a Resource Management Forest Technician, providing support in the stewardship of our natural resources while also engaging in activities related to wildfire prevention and suppression within the Delaware Forest District.

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.
• Works hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday - Wednesday), 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Thursday), OFF (Friday), with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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.

• 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• 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.

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

• 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.