Rural and Community Forestry Division Chief (Natural Resource Program Manager)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Rural and Community Forestry Division Chief with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you will lead major programs that support forest health and community landscapes. This position gives you the chance to work with partners, manage funding, and support critical restoration efforts. You will help expand tree canopies, improve watersheds, and guide private forest stewardship. This role offers a rewarding path for someone who wants to make a lasting impression in conservation. This position oversees key forestry programs that support private forest stewardship, watershed restoration, tree canopy growth, and habitat improvements across Pennsylvania. It leads funding efforts, manages contracts, coordinates with partners, and provides guidance to public and government officials.

Requirements

• One year of experience as a Natural Resource Program Supervisor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Five years of professional experience in natural resource management or outdoor recreation management, which includes one year of professional supervisory experience and a bachelor's degree in natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related natural resources major
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional supervisory experience in natural resource management or outdoor recreation management
• Meet the PA residency requirement
• Be able to perform essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Guide Woodland Stewardship, Watershed Forestry, and Community Forestry program activities
• Secure funding, manage grants, and oversee accounts that support program implementation
• Manage partnership contracts and ensure successful completion of program goals
• Prepare budgets and monitor expenditures to support Division operations
• Meet with officials and stakeholders to address questions about private and community forests
• Collaborate with other offices and divisions to coordinate forestry initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager