County Ranger

State of North Carolina•Mitchell County, NC

70d•Onsite

About The Position

"If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and experience or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position then, an applicant who does not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for hire as a trainee. Salary for a trainee may be set lower than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the post. The salary is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and experience to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification." The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina. The County Ranger is the lead for NCFS services provided in assigned work area. Position requires: 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 as an initial attack incident commander and/or in other ICS positions Service landowner requests for forestry assistance which may be reforestation, forest health, prescribed burning, etc. 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 Assist the District Forester with development, management and accountability of budget for the work unit Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required. Residency requirements discussed at time of interview. Duty Station Location: 125 Forest Service Road, Bakersville, NC 28705 This position requires the successful completion of employer provided Ranger Training.

Requirements

Knowledge of forest management or wildfire suppression
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
Associate's degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three 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.

Responsibilities

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 as an initial attack incident commander and/or in other ICS positions
Service landowner requests for forestry assistance which may be reforestation, forest health, prescribed burning, etc.
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
Assist the District Forester with development, management and accountability of budget for the work unit