Forest Technician (Seasonal) - Forest Health, Dauphin County

Are you passionate about working in the great outdoors and thrive in a hands-on work environment? If so, consider becoming a part of the Forest Health Division within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Here, you will engage in meaningful tasks that involve the upkeep of district roads, trails, and facilities, all while contributing to the well-being of our natural landscapes. This role not only offers the rewarding experience of serving the public but also paves the way for professional development and a variety of advancement opportunities in your career!

In this role, you will offer technical support in the area of Forest Health for the Division. You will be responsible for performing both aerial and ground surveys as necessary. Your duties will include aiding in direct suppression efforts, biocontrol measures, trapping, and sampling activities as needed. Additionally, you will set up field study plots when required. You will also gather and compile field data in an electronic format and prepare written reports as needed.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal full-time employment without benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday - Wednesday), 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Thursday), with 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require travel and overtime as needed.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• An associate's degree in forest technology; or
• Completion of equivalent formal education in forestry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.