Forest Technician (Seasonal) - Susquehannock Forest District

Full Job Description

If you have a profound love for our local forests and thrive in the beauty of the great outdoors, we encourage you to consider joining the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

This is not just a job; it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact on the community while actively contributing to the preservation of our invaluable natural landscapes.

As a member of our team, you will engage in fulfilling work that allows you to serve the public and protect the environment, all while enjoying opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Experience the rewarding feeling that comes from dedicating your efforts to the conservation of our natural resources, and be part of a mission that values sustainability and ecological stewardship.

Requirements

In this position, you will be responsible for delivering technical support and guidance to forestry personnel tasked with ensuring the sustainable management of forest resources within the Susquehannock State Forest.

Your assistance will align with the principles outlined in the State Forest Resource Management Plan, the Timber Management Operating Manual, and the relevant laws governing the Commonwealth.

It is essential that all activities adhere to the policies and procedures set forth by the Forest District Manager, ensuring a cohesive approach to forest management.

The supervision of this role will be under the Forest Assistant Manager, who will provide oversight and direction to facilitate effective operations and compliance with established standards.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits.

The season runs from approximately 9 March 2026 until 13 November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay.

The employee will automatically be returned to employment March 2027.

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

This position may require travel and overtime as needed.

Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

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.

Conditions of Employment:

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

Other Requirements:

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

How to Apply:

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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• 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.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.