Deadline: Fri, 04/19/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: North Dakota Forest Service Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location: North Dakota Location Detail: Walhalla, North Dakota Job Description: The Forest Stewardship Specialist provides technical forest management services and support statewide to private forest landowners and partner agency staff through a partnership with USDA State, Private, and Tribal Forestry. Work includes the sustainable management of windbreaks and other conservation tree plantings as well as native upland and riparian forests. Duties include both office and field responsibilities and require coordination, policy interpretation and individual initiative to resolve issues as they arise. This position is based in the Walhalla Field Office and requires travel and field work. The Forest Stewardship Specialist works within at the direction of the Forest Stewardship Manager to implement the North Dakota Forest Action Plan. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: -Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry from an SAF-accredited institution plus 3 months experience, or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline plus one year of field experience. -Valid driver's license. -Skills that demonstrate knowledge and expertise in forestry, natural resource management, conservation, or other closely related fields. -Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). -The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders. -Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with individuals, groups and through various media. -Ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment and work flexible and extended hours. -Willingness and ability to travel alone, stay overnight and work in semi-rural areas. -An interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and a commitment to the principles of diversity. Preferred Qualifications: - Recent work experience in forestry, soils, extension, soil conservation, or natural resource management. - Experience using ESRI GIS products. Miscellaneous: Work Schedule: 8am-5am M-F About Us: - The North Dakota Forest Service is the state agency which administers cooperative forestry programs statewide. The agency provides technical assistance relating to the management of private forest lands, state forest lands, urban and community forests, tree planting and wildfire protection. The agency works in cooperation with rural landowners, urban residents, communities, rural fire districts, schools, and other governmental entities to direct and strengthen forestry services. The agency also operates a forest tree nursery and manages its own state forest lands. - North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. - We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment. - NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country. - NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live. EO/AA Statement: North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Veteran’s Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements. Reasonable Accommodation Information: North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu. Salary: $45,284 + DOE Benefits: NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include: wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans. How to Apply: Applicant Materials Required: Resume and Letter specifically addressing how you meet the qualifications. Apply online here: https://prd.hcm.ndus.edu/psp/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=2948155&PostingSeq=1 Questions can be directed to: Matt Olson Forest Stewardship Manager 701-537-3584 matthew.p.olson@ndsu.edu
