Forester 1 - 3



Job Details

Forester 1 - 3
Employer

West Virginia

Salary

$27,732.00 - $51,312.00 Annually

Location

- Various Locations, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

8540C

Department-lala

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 0313-0313

Opening Date

03/24/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

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DESCRIPTION

The WV Division of Forestry is recruiting qualified forestry professionals. We take great pride in our state forest resources. Foresters are involved in specialized technical and field work in forest management, forest fire protection, logging sediment control, and other forestry related programs. The employee determines compliance with applicable laws, regulations, permits, best management practices, and/or contracts within an assigned project area in the state. Work is initially characterized by specific instructions from team leader or Regional Program Manager, with gradual assumption of more responsibility, independence, and authority as proficiency is demonstrated. Work requires travel and outside work in varying weather conditions and over difficult terrain. Subject to emergency response for, but not limited to, forest fire suppression and logging sediment control enforcement, as necessitated by environmental conditions and agency needs.
Appointments from this announcement may be made at the Forester 1 (training), 2 (Journeyman) or 3 (advanced) levels depending on candidate qualifications and the current needs of the agency. Some positions require extensive and overnight travel.

Note. This is not a specific vacancy recruitment. We are seeking applicants for expected vacancies. Your application will remain active for 1 year. We typically fill 5-10 vacancies per year in a variety of locations. Be sure to indicate on your application the counties in which you will definitely accept work.
 

If you qualify and would like specific information about vacancies and agency hiring plans, please contact:
Darlene Parsons (WV Division of Forestry)
Darlene.D.Parsons@wv.gov
Phone: 304-558-2788 x118


How to Apply: APPLY ONLINE. If you require a paper application due to disability, please call our office (304) 558-3950 ext. 0 for special instructions.
You should NOT re-apply for this announcement as long as your application is active (12 months). Multiple applications will NOT increase your chance for an interview.

If you have previously applied and want to update your name, address or email, do not re-apply. Simply login to your online account and click "My Account". Make changes and Save. We always use your account contact information for notifications. You never need to notify us of contact information changes.

Make sure your application is complete. You may attach a resume and other documents; however, you should NEVER enter "See Resume" on the application. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.

If you must make changes or additions to your Education, Work Experience, work preferences, or county availability AFTER submitting your application, you may submit an updated online application after 90 days. We will delete all previous applications for this job and use the most recent application. Any required education transcripts and license verification documents may be attached to the online application (preferred) or mailed to us.
NOTE: Jobs on your application that do not have a salary amount will be considered unpaid and will NOT be counted as qualifying. Estimate salary if necessary. Do not enter any dollar signs ($) or commas.

IMPORTANT: This posting is not for a specific vacancy. There is no fixed closing date; however, the job may be closed at any time if agency hiring needs change. To be notified by email of other jobs that might interest you, complete an online Interest Card at our main jobs page.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training Requirement for Forester 1, 2 and 3: Associate or Bachelor's degree in a forestry program accredited by the Society of American Foresters.
There is NO substitution for the degree requirement, only applicants with an accredited degree will be considered.

Experience Requirement for Forester 1: None required

Experience Requirement for Forester 2: One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the field of forestry.

Experience Requirement for Forester 3: Three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the field of forestry.

Special Requirements: Must have a current license as a registered professional forester or a registered forestry technician or in the process of obtaining professional licensure. Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in West Virginia.

Must take and pass a physical examination within in the first six months of employment
and submit to annual follow-up examinations. Failure to pass the initial examination will
result in termination of employment. Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result
in reassignment.

Positions must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Natural Resources Police
Officer at the earliest opportunity following employment and maintain this commission
throughout the period of employment in the position. This requirement may be waived at
the discretion of the State Forester.

NOTICE: If you are claiming college or other post-high school education or license, you MUST attach or provide by mail a legible copy of your OFFICIAL education transcript, license or training record. YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT UNTIL THIS VERIFICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. To avoid missing a job opportunity, it is important that you provide this verification as soon as possible. You only have to provide this verification one time. It is not required with every application. Attach documents to the online application, or mail to: Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston, WV 25305.

If you decide to apply you will be required to answer the online Supplemental Questions shown in the tab above.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Forester 1,2 and 3 License Requirements: If you do not have a license and are selected for appointment you will be notified by the hiring agency that you must apply for and begin the formal licensing process PRIOR to appointment. The licensing board will provide verification that your application is in process. After you have completed the full-time equivalent work experience, you will be required to then complete the licensing process.
[www.wvlicensingboards.com/foresters]

Yearly salary ranges:
8540 FORESTER 1 27,732 - 51,312
8541 FORESTER 2 29,400 - 54,396
8542 FORESTER 3 31,164 - 57,660

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Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits.

Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month)

Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state

government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or

promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit.

Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year.

There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate.

Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act.

Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes.

Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives.

For more information about benefits visit our

Benefits Web Site. Use your back button to return here.

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Required Education: All Forester positions require an Associate's degree in a Forest Technology program recognized by the Society of American Foresters, or a Bachelor's degree in a forestry program accredited by the Society of American Foresters. (There is NO substitution for the training requirement.) Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes, I can verify this education.
  • No. Do not apply.
02
Required License Eligibility. All Forester positions require a current license as a registered professional forester or a registered forestry technician; or eligibility to undertake the licensing process. Below, indicate your license status.
  • I have a current registered professional forester license.
  • I have a current forestry technician registration. (license)
  • I do not have a license. I understand that I will be required to apply and begin the licensing process if selected.
  • None of the above. Do not apply.
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Level of Interest. Forestry Experience requirements. Forester 1: None required Forester 2: One (1) year paid forestry experience. Forester 3: Three (3) years paid forestry experience. Indicate the levels in which you are qualified and would consider appointment. Mark all that apply.
  • Forester 1. (<1 year of experience)
  • Forester 2. (1 year of experience)
  • Forester 3. (3 years of experience)
04
Level Qualification. Forestry Experience requirements. Forester 1: None required Forester 2: One (1) year paid forestry experience. Forester 3: Three (3) years paid forestry experience. Indicate the levels in which you fully qualify and can verify the required years of paid experience. Mark only those that apply. (Justification must be provided below.)
  • I qualify for the 1 level. (no experience required)
  • I qualify for the 2 level. (1 yr. forestry experience)
  • I qualify for the 3 level. (3 yrs. forestry experience)
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Qualifications Justification. Briefly summarize the amount and extent of your experience and expertise in the area of forestry. Also, indicate your license status. Details of jobs must be shown in application.
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Mark any of the following areas which you can verify independent work experience. Do not mark areas in which you only have basic familiarity. Claims must be described in work history section of applications.
  • Experience conducting timber sales.
  • Worked with federal or state agencies on timber sales issues.
  • Worked on mitigation efforts for endangered species related to proposed timber sales.
  • Experience with scientific reviews related to forest management effects on wildlife habitat.
  • Experience related to wildlife management techniques.
  • None of these. My experience is in other areas.

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West Virginia
Phone
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