Assistant County Ranger
About The Position
The Assistant County Ranger works with the County Ranger to provide services. This position requires assisting with landowner requests for forestry assistance, supporting programs that promote the importance of trees and tree care in urban settings, and providing forestry education through interaction with partners, schools, and civic groups. The role also involves promoting the protection of natural resources through wildfire suppression planning and responding to emergencies such as wildland fires and natural disasters. Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F, but extended readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Availability after working hours during fire danger periods and emergency response times is necessary. Overnight travel will be required. Residency requirements will be discussed at the time of the interview. This position requires the successful completion of employer-provided Ranger Training. An official NC Forest Service uniform and a State-owned vehicle will be provided.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license required within 90 days of hire.
- Knowledge of forest management, wildfire suppression or use of GPS/GIS software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to accomplish goals
- Must be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress
Responsibilities
- Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance
- Assist with programs to promote the importance of trees and tree care in the urban setting
- Provide and promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups and school organizations such as Tree Farm, National Wild Turkey Federation, FFA and 4-H
- Promote the protection of the State’s natural resources through development of wildfire suppression planning
- Respond in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters
Benefits
- State Employee Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
