Forestry Technician - Open Pool

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

1d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Supervisory Forester or Forester, the Forestry Technician position will work to support and deliver CSFS services in one or more of the following program areas: Forest management Forest agriculture Forest stewardship planning Urban and community forestry Wildfire mitigation & fuels treatment Insect and disease Fire Wise & Community Wildfire Protection Plans Special projects as assigned Grant program management Outreach & education programs Pile burning on state lands Community/HOA assistance Federal, state, and local government forest management projects These positions will provide professional, science-based assistance to local landowners regarding forest health (insects, disease, and wildfire mitigation), and prepare program-related reports and plans. In addition, these positions will also provide assistance to other staff in additional program areas including: Grants, Federal land forest management through the Good Neighbor Authority, State Land management and facilities maintenance. At times, these positions will assist and develop service agreements with landowners by creating scopes of work, assessing project budgets, resources, and personnel, deciding the technical requirements needed for the agreement, administration of science-based forest management activities and obtaining appropriate signatures. These positions must have a basic knowledge of silviculture, Forestry best management practices, insect and disease identification, pest management, wildfire mitigation and basic wildland fire suppression.

Requirements

• An Associate of Arts (AA), an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), or an Associate of Science (AS) degree from a two-year Society of American Foresters (SAF)-accredited Forestry program, OR a bachelor’s degree (or greater) in Forestry – another natural resource program or related degree will be considered.
• Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one by the start date.
• Additionally, they must meet the qualifications to drive a university vehicle according to the CSU Vehicle Policy.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States before the employment start date; Colorado State Forest Service will not sponsor a visa for this position.
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check

Nice To Haves

• Experience communicating with the public.
• Committed to quality, demonstrated excellent customer service ethic, professionalism and safety.
• Demonstrated experience with participation on teams or, as well as the ability to work independently, be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills.
• Program and/or project management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with ArcGIS data management, capable of using ArcMap compatible GIS/GPS units to collect field data and ability to manipulate data in ArcMap.
• Understanding of the following areas: silviculture; harvesting systems; forest management planning; wildfire hazard mitigation; wildfire suppression; prescribed fire; forest insect and disease detection, prevention, and suppression; urban and community forestry; windbreaks; outreach and education.
• Understanding of basic field forestry skills (cruising, prescription development, timber marking, and timber sale and/or contract administration).
• Demonstrated skills in writing forest management plans, timber sale layout and administration, and budget preparation and administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional services, education and outreach to landowners and cooperators/partners through written and verbal communication.
• Utilize feedback from relevant sources to evaluate options and implement solutions.

Benefits

• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
• With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree