Forestry Supervisor I – Assistant District Forester
About The Position
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees. The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of NC through a variety of programs. The NCFS provides services to 100 counties in NC. This is an anticipated vacancy- 9/11/2026. Position currently qualifies for a telework option. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.
Requirements
- Must have a valid NC Driver’s License
- Bachelor’s degree in forestry from a Society of American Foresters (SAF) accredited institution and four years of related professional Forestry experience; or Registered by the NC Board of Registration for Foresters and four years of related professional post registration Forestry experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Those not registered at the time of hire must obtain registration as a Forester from the NC Board of Registration for Foresters within two years of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of forest management, silviculture and regeneration practices
- Knowledge of wildland fire suppression strategy and tactics, or prescribed burning
- Knowledge of environmental rules and regulations
- Experience training others in forestry related subjects or matters
- Ability to develop good working relationships, be self-motivated, service oriented and have good leadership skills and written and oral communication skills
Responsibilities
- Manages and ensures compliance with the Forest Management, Water Quality, Ranger Training, GIS programs and cost-share programs.
- Directs and coordinates work on the District’s Remote Access Weather Stations, National Fire Danger Rating programs, Community Wildfire Protection Planning and fuel mitigation projects.
- Functions in various positions on prescribed burns and within the Incident Command System’s Operations and Planning Sections responding to wildland fires, and other “all-risk” incidents within the district.
- Administrative duties will include personnel hiring, performance management, purchasing, and managing the District’s Forestation program/budget.
Benefits
- Official NCFS uniforms and a vehicle will be provided at employer expense.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
