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Forester - Indiana

Deadline:
Employer:
National Wild Turkey Federation

Job Field:
Forestry
Job Type:
Full Time
Location:
Indiana
Location Detail:
Bloomington, IN

Job Description:

FORESTER (Indiana)

 

The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is seeking qualified candidates for a forester. This is a cooperative position between the NWTF and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and will be responsible for administering, implementing and promoting forestry improvements through NRCS technical assistance programs on private lands across southern Indiana. This is a full-time, term limited position. Preferred duty station is Bloomington, Indiana NRCS Field Office with possibility of other locations within the south central IN service area.

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The forester position assists partners in promoting management of privately owned forested lands and riparian areas for multiple resource benefits, including forest health, wildlife habitat, fuels reduction and water quality. The forester provides forestry assistance to private landowners, communities and public agencies to achieve optimum environmental, economic and social benefits from forest resources. . In addition, the forester will implement silvicultural practices and deliver technical assistance planning tailored to customer’s needs and financial assistance programs under the direction of NRCS District Conservationist’s and Area Staff Specialist that meet USDA and NRCS requirements.

 

DUTIES

• Provide multiple resource management planning that addresses significant forest and riparian health concerns on private lands through the delivery of technical assistance and available federal and state financial assistance programs

• Develop and provide recommendations for working in forest stands and riparian areas to ensure these critical habitats are included in private lands management planning

• Work with local conservation districts to identify and plan multi-partner landscape level conservation projects

• Provide expertise related to management of wildlife habitat beneficial to wild turkeys, upland game birds, deer and other wildlife species with emphasis placed on forest health, including forest thinning, proper grazing regimes and riparian improvements

• Prepare and implement forest management plans based on accepted silvicultural practices

• Prepare forest management project contracts, providing specifications, prescriptions and inspections for thinning, invasive species treatment and other forest management activities

• Develop and deliver innovative forest management techniques to landowners and cooperators through workshops, written materials, field days and educational programs

• Provide internal review and input as requested on need, purpose and design during all stages of USDA-NRCS program forest management project planning and implementation

• Promote awareness and collaboration of state, federal and local conservation programs and planning, and acquire project support through engagement with conservation organizations, local conservation groups, industry and local communities

• Other functions as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of forest management techniques, conservation implementation, habitat management, and wildlife biology is desired

• Strong organizational skills and capability to work independently with little direct supervision

• Strong organizational skills, networking, communication (ex., verbal, presentation, inter-personal, writing), project management, and leadership ability is preferred

• Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from a SAF-Accredited Program or other natural resource degree with a strong forestry emphasis, or relevant experience (Applicants with a Master’s degree in forestry or education/experience in wildlife management are preferred). Applicants within two months of graduating with a degree as listed and secure degree before date of hire.

• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Social Media

• Experience working with private landowners as well as Federal / State agencies with working knowledge of USDA cost-share programs

• Applicant will have to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance and may be required to participate in specific training programs to use partner facilities and equipment. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license & will be based out of a NRCS office within Bloomington, IN.

 

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must be able and willing to:

• Work alone in a diverse range of climatic and topographic conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures, biting insects, and snakes, possibly in remote areas with limited access and amenities and other extreme conditions as warranted

• Walk several miles per day in the conditions described above and drive and/or ride long distances frequently.

 

Salary is commensurate with experience and Excellent benefits package.

 

 

Please visit the NWTF website (https://nwtf.applicantpro.com/jobs/) to apply

 

 

Miscellaneous:

N/A

Salary:
$42,500

Benefits:

Full Benefits

 

How to Apply:

https://nwtf.applicantpro.com/jobs/

 

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