Seasonal Forester
About The Position
Position Summary: This position will support the Summit County Lead Project Forester. Full Consideration Date: 2/15/2026 Brief Work Unit Description Colorado State Forest Service | Colorado State University Essential Job Duties: Supporting the U.S. Forest Service Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) program in Summit and Eagle Counties. Supporting CSFS projects with Summit County Government and Towns. Assisting with timber cruising, boundary delineation, and marking using various GPS and GIS applications. Assisting with assessment and treatment of insect and disease projects Assisting in forest management planning Conditions of Employment: This position requires hiking and carrying field equipment for most hours of the workday The employee should be able to work in adverse weather conditions, steep/rough terrain, and with minimal supervision Supervision: This position does not supervise
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date
- Pursuing or completed degree in forestry or related natural resources field
- Ability to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles in variable weather and road conditions
- Experience (or willingness to learn how to) in timber cruising & marking equipment, and perform strenuous outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions
- Ability and willingness to work long hours with occasional evening and weekend duties (work based on a 40-hour work week)
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
Nice To Haves
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Familiarity with Western U.S. tree identification
- Familiarity with forest insects and disease of Colorado
- One season of natural resources field experience
- Experience in the utilization of Microsoft Suite, ArcGIS Pro, Avenza, OnX, and/ or GPS
- Ability to keep detailed, accurate, and precise record keeping of project management and daily work duties
Responsibilities
- Supporting the U.S. Forest Service Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) program in Summit and Eagle Counties.
- Supporting CSFS projects with Summit County Government and Towns.
- Assisting with timber cruising, boundary delineation, and marking using various GPS and GIS applications.
- Assisting with assessment and treatment of insect and disease projects
- Assisting in forest management planning
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
Career Level
Entry Level
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