Forest Manager 3 (Hocking) - 20051193

$64,397 - $91,749/Yr

Llc Natural Resources - Rockbridge, OH

Part-time - Mid Level

Rockbridge, OH

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About the position

The Forest Manager 3 position at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources involves overseeing the management of Hocking State Forest and the administration of a privately-owned fire protection area. The role requires coordination of forest work, supervision of staff, and management of wildfire control programs, along with various administrative and public relations tasks. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about forestry and the outdoors, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage Hocking State Forest and oversee the administration of a privately-owned fire protection area.
• Coordinate work performed in the forest and supervise assigned staff.
• Manage, direct, and assist with the forest wildfire control and suppression program on state forest and private forest fire protection area.
• Perform a variety of administrative tasks and public relations duties.
• Provide expertise needed for policy revisions and management planning.

Requirements

• 18 months of training or 18 months of experience in forestry work.
• 12 months of training or 12 months of experience in forest management.
• 12 months of training or 12 months of experience in forest fire control, firefighting, and suppression techniques.
• 12 months of training or 12 months of experience in supervisory principles/techniques.
• 9 months of training or 9 months of experience in budgeting.
• 6 months of training or 6 months of experience in public relations.
• Completion of an undergraduate core program in forestry, along with relevant experience in the above areas, is also acceptable.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)