We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented and tech savvy field technician to assist with entry-level Forestry work on state lands in northwest Vermont. Employment runs approximately from May through November, but exact dates may be flexible depending on candidate. Project duties may include forest inventory, timber sale marking, boundary line marking, road and trail maintenance, kiosk and gate installation and maintenance, introduced plant management, hazard tree removal, trailhead maintenance, trail project oversight, road and trail assessments, general road maintenance, wildlife habitat improvement, and data management. The selected candidate will work with the State Land staff to create a work plan and execute identified projects. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed forester or forest recreation specialist.
For a link to the full job details, Seasonal State Lands Forestry Specialist | Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
This position, Forestry Specialist I - Temporary(Job Requisition #55064), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours, and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jim Duncan at jim.duncan@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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