Forestry Technician

Description

The Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District (TCRCD) is seeking a Forestry Technician. We are

offering a salaried exempt, full-time position with benefits. The successful applicant will be an affiliate of

the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) time, and a

TCRCD project technician of the time. The position will be based in the Sonora District office once all

NRCS training is complete. The successful applicant will be working under a Registered Professional

Forester (RPF).

Essential Duties

• Provide technical assistance to private landowners to conserve and/or enhance forests, woodlands

and ranchland.

• Administer, implement and promote forestry and land improvements through Natural Resource

Conservation Service (NRCS) technical assistance programs.

• Development of conservation management plans focused on forestry and ranchland resources.

• Conducting outreach activities (workshops, field days, etc.).

• Assist TCRCD with the implementation of grant-funded environmental projects.

• Training and mentorship with a Registered Professional Forester with the intent to develop into

professional forester.

Desired Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry or closely related field or…

• A combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in forestry, or at least 30

semester hours in any combination of biological, physical, or mathematical sciences or engineering,

of which at least 24 semester hours were in forestry

• Good physical condition with the ability to hike and navigate in mountainous terrain.

• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.

• Proficient computer skills in programs such as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and

Outlook), ArcGIS, Avenza, Google Maps, and other computer mapping systems, to identify and

delineate project boundaries.

• Experience with forestry and silvicultural, conservation implementation, habitat management and

wildlife biology is desired.

• High degree of self-motivation, strong organizational and decision-making skills, ability to work

independently with little direct supervision, strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working with private landowners as well as Federal & State agencies with working

knowledge of cost-share programs such as Farm Bill programs.

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

• Preferred candidates will possess experience in:

o Species identification

o Sierra Nevada Forest ecosystems and with associated techniques to manage those forests

o Knowledge of forest inventory, management, and planning for major silvicultural types of

the region

o Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in written form, to convey clear and

persuasive messages that positively influence the thoughts and actions of others and work

with the general public, state, federal, non-governmental partners & other cooperators and

peers is also required.

• Technician needs to possess knowledge and skills in the use and operation of forestry field

equipment, as well as skills in preparing spreadsheets, and using basic computing applications.

Compensation

Financial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience, ranging from $57,000 -

$74,000 annually. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick time, retirement with employer

match of and a medical and cell phone stipend. The position also includes a flexible work schedule with

the ability to work in a fun, fast-paced, positive work environment with excellent coworkers.

About the Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District

The Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District is a non-regulatory Special District with the

aim of promoting Natural Resource Conservation in Tuolumne County. We work with individuals,

landowners, growers, ranchers, public agencies, non-profit organizations, and corporations to

accomplish our goals. Our mission is to identify and meet the natural resource conservation needs of all

the people of Tuolumne County and its future generations by providing leadership through educational,

technical, and financial support for valuable, voluntary services and programs that promote

conservation and sustainable agriculture while maintaining our county’s rural heritage.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter and resume to:

Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District

Attn: Human Resources

PO Box 4394

Sonora, CA 95370

or email to

info@TCRCD.org