State Lands Forester II

State of Vermont • Barre, VT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation (FPR) is recruiting for a State Lands Forester in the Barre District of the Division of Forests. This role involves implementing forest and land stewardship projects in central Vermont, managing 103,000 acres of public land as part of a collaborative team. The position focuses on all aspects of forest resource management, including inventory, assessment, management, timber sale preparation and administration, forest road maintenance, invasive plant management, timber stand improvement, and habitat management. It also contributes to long-range management planning and recreation project planning. The role may involve overseeing contracts and directing seasonal staff.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in forestry, natural resources, biological or earth science, or wildlife management AND two (2) years or more of experience in forestry, natural resources management, biological or earth science, wildlife management or an environmental field.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in forestry, natural resources, biological or earth science, or wildlife management AND one (1) year or more of experience in forestry, natural resources management, biological or earth science, wildlife management or an environmental field.
• One (1) year or more as Forestry Professional I with the State of Vermont.
• Licensed as forester by the State of Vermont.
• Obtain a Vermont Foresters License within two years of hire.
• Willingness to travel within the state.
• Operate a chainsaw.
• Obtain a Vermont Pesticide Applicator's License (Category 2).
• Possession of State of Vermont Forester Licensure within 2.5 years of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Applicable and transferable knowledge or skills in forestry, forest management, forest ecology, forest-based recreation, GIS, effective communication, project management and developing strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forest resource inventory, assessment and management.
• Prepare and administer timber sales.
• Implement forest road maintenance and rehabilitation projects.
• Conduct invasive plant management, timber stand improvement, and habitat management projects.
• Contribute to long-range management planning and recreation project planning and management.
• Develop and oversee contracts.
• Provide day-to-day direction to seasonal staff.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan
• Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare reimbursement accounts
• Flexible spending childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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