Seasonal Forest Inventory
Douglas County, WI
SALARY: $11.00 Hourly
OPENING DATE: 01/03/12
CLOSING DATE: 02/17/12 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Douglas County Forestry Department manages 270,000 acres of public forest land in northwest Wisconsin. Seasonal Forest Inventory positions perform forest reconnaissance and regeneration surveys. Seasonal Non-Represented Position for Douglas County Forestry Department located in Solon Springs, WI, Late May, Early June through Mid-to-Late August. No fringe benefits.
To apply, submit online application through Douglas County website. If you have previously applied for positions through governmentjobs.com and cannot remember your user name and/or I.D., or if you experience technical difficulties with the online application process, contact toll free customer support number at (877) 204-4442.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform forest reconnaissance and regeneration surveys using highly accurate GPS units and electronic data recorders. Stand examination information obtained would consist of forest cover type, tree species, tree diameters, tree heights, stand age, basal area, soil type, timber volumes, habitat type, site index, invasive species identification, insect and disease damage. Other forestry related duties may include timber sale establishment and timber stand improvement. A majority of these job duties will be performed independently, with little direct supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduated or enrolled in an accredited curriculum with course work toward a degree in Natural Resources, or an equal combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Forest measurement abilities should include use of; compass and pace, clinometer, increment borer, diameter tape and basal area prism. Also, knowledge of; Dendrology, Silviculture, plant identification, habitat typing, aerial photograph interpretation and land navigation reading maps. Ability to work in varied terrain and adverse weather conditions. Must possess a valid driver's licenseand be at least 18 years of age.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Keen attention to detail, initiative, strong work commitment, ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Familiarity with, or knowledge of, data recorders, Global Positioning Systems and Geographic Information Systems beneficial. Course work in progress or leading toward a degree in Natural Resources preferred.
If you have questions regarding the Seasonal Forest Inventory position, you may contact Douglas Count/ Forestry Department in Solon Springs: (715) 378-2219.
If you have questions regarding the recruitment process for the Seasonal Forest Inventory position, you may contact Douglas County Human Resources, 1316 North 14th Street, Superior, WI 54880: (715) 395-1429.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: www.douglascountywi.org
OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
1316 N. 14th Street, Suite 301
Superior, WI 54880
715-395-1429
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer