Forestry Technician USFWS

Posting Number

G/R21418P

Working Title

Forestry Technician USFWS

Department

Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Employment Type

Employee

Anticipated Start Date

05/15/2023

Posting Date

04/26/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EOO Statement

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect baseline forest habitat data (40% of time)
• Cruising & marking timber to enhance wildlife habitat (20% of time)
• Assisting with timber sale administration (20% of time)
• Other tasks as assigned (20% of time)

Position Summary

Positions will be located on various National Wildlife Refuges in the Southeast region. Potential Refuge locations may include (but not limited to):
Carolina Sandhills NWR in McBee, SC;
St. Marks NWR in St. Marks, FL;
Okeefenokee NWR in Folkston, GA;
Piedmont NWR in Round Oak, GA;
Lower Suwanee NWR in Chiefland, FL;
Noxubee NWR near Starkville, MS; and, Clarks River in Kentucky. Primary duties include collecting baseline forest habitat data, cruising & marking timber to enhance wildlife habitat, and assisting with timber sale administration. Other duties may involve invasive plant control and monitoring of wildlife and habitat responses to various forest management treatments. A wide variety of wildlife management activities may also be incorporated depending upon refuge needs and objectives.

Relevant/Preferred

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Preferred applicants are forestry students enrolled in school (undergraduate, graduate program or recent graduates) or recent graduates.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Basic dendrology, forest mensuration and silvicultural knowledge or experience.
• Wildlife students with an interest and understanding of forest ecology and management are also encouraged to apply.

Physical Demands

Work is outdoors and therefore conditions are subject to weather, animals, and natural occurrences. Driving.

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

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