Assistant District Forester

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION Join the Wyoming State Forestry Division as an Assistant District Forester! The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division, seeks an Assistant District Forester in Newcastle, Wyoming. Bring your knowledge, skills, and career with you to become a part of the Wyoming State Forestry Division. The Assistant District Forester will work under the direction of the District Forester to implement the management and protection of the State Land forest resources in a three‑county district. The position will also assist with implementing a district annual plan of work in accordance with a strategic plan and Wyoming's Forest Action Plan. The Assistant District Forester manages State forest resources, cooperatively provides wildland fire protection and suppression, delivers assistance forestry programs to local governments and private landowners, including writing stewardship plans, conducts educational natural resource programs, and provides technical forestry assistance to other State and local government agencies and groups. Newcastle is located at 4,334 feet above sea level and offers a mix of Black Hills and High Plains scenery, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a welcoming community. The district spans three counties, combining forested and prairie ecosystems, providing a diverse working environment for the Assistant District Forester. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement – Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator at Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / View phone number on click.appcast.io / View email address on click.appcast.io ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists the District Forester with the preparation of the annual work plan, goals, and targets. Provides technical forestry expertise to achieve objectives in state land forest and fuels management, community forestry, forest health, and private landowner/cooperator assistance. Participates in fire prevention, suppression, agency representative duties, and fuel management activities in cooperation with local, county, state, and federal entities. Performs professional‑level forestry work, including silviculture, timber sale preparation and administration, service contract preparation and administration, inventory, forest health, management planning, private landowner assistance, fuels management, and community forestry. Administers timber sale and service contracts. Conducts conservation education presentations for schools and other organizations. Maintains vehicles, UTVs/ATVs, trailers, facilities, and field equipment. Assists in the planning and implementation of Good Neighbor Authority projects in partnership with the BLM and US Forest Service. PREFERENCES Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resource Management with emphasis in Forestry. Preference may be given to candidates who hold a current NWCG Incident Qualification System Red Card. Preference may be given to candidates with extensive experience in writing forest management plans for private landowners. Preference may be given to candidates with extensive experience in timber sale preparation and administration. KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of forest management, forest health, fuels, and community forestry principles Knowledge of basic wildland firefighting principles and fire behavior Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Skilled in the use of forestry field equipment and navigation in mountainous terrain. Skill in the use of software such as Microsoft Office, Google Apps for Business, and GIS. Ability to drive four‑wheel drive vehicles, ATVs, UTVs and experience towing and backing a trailer. Ability to be detail‑oriented Ability to work independently in a separate office from the District Forester. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Forestry) Experience: 0–2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license. Ability to achieve and maintain national certification (NWCG310‑1) for a minimum of firefighter type 2. OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3–5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Forestry) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license. Ability to achieve and maintain national certification (NWCG310‑1) for a minimum of firefighter type 2. PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Performs arduous physical activity for extended periods, and maintains required NWCG310‑1 physical fitness certification. Position may require up to 40% overnight travel. NOTES FLSA: Non‑Exempt The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. #J-18808-Ljbffr