Forestry Technician

Site Location

Happy Jack, Arizona

• Start Date:
  
  08/03/2026
• End Date: 06/25/2027
• Ameri Corps Slot Classification: 1700hrs - 46 weeks

The Mogollon Rim is within the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest. The Coconino National Forest is within the bounds of the Four Forest Restoration (4

FRI) Initiative footprint. The focus has been to restore forest landscapes and reduce the potential for severe uncharacteristic wildfire effects in a manner that also benefits the local economy.

The 4

FRI Rim Country Project aims to restore and maintain the structure, pattern, health, function, composition, and diversity in forests and grasslands. Under the 4

FRI Decision, the district is developing timber projects to meet or move the area towards the desired conditions, in particular in wildland‑urban interfaces (WUI) around local communities (Happy Jack, Blue Ridge, Clints Well).

We are also affected by the Re‑plant act, which was developed to promote reforestation following uncharacteristic wildfires and other devastating events (i.e., beetles and drought). The agency developed a reforestation strategy for treating/reforesting in these areas.

The individual will be assigned to several projects as follows:

• Work on the Tinder Fire project (2018), assessing regrowth and determining planting needs, site preparation, and vegetative competition.
• The Moqui and 5 Mile projects are upcoming timber/fuel reduction projects within the WUIs adjacent to the Mogollon Rim RD/Blue Ridge Ranger Station compound and the community of Strawberry. Objectives include reducing wildfire potential near these communities.
• Conduct reforestation assessments to determine whether natural regeneration of ponderosa pine is adequate; if not, identify areas for planting and any required site preparation.
• Collect stand data (basal area, tree species, diameters, heights, ages) for Moqui and 5 Mile projects to determine treatment needs and suitability. Assist with project layout, GIS mapping, and cruising conifers to determine timber volume.

• United States citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien.
• At least 17 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalency, or not dropped out and will obtain a diploma before qualifying for education award.
• Provide information to establish eligibility and complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
• Be able to walk long distances over uneven terrain.
• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Comfortable using mobile devices.
• Familiar with Southwest trees and plant species.

Conservation Legacy is committed to full consideration of all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. Physical requirements may involve periodic overnight travel, non‑traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use of program‑specific tools and technology, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Driving an organizational vehicle may be required for some positions. Request reasonable accommodations during the application or recruiting process through the hiring manager.

• Service term: 08/03/2026 to 06/25/2027. Exact schedule may vary. A half‑hour lunch break will not be counted.
• Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events during the term.

Note:

Stated are required by Ameri Corps. Programs may add additional qualifications.

• Orientation includes training on Ameri Corps prohibited and unallowable activities.
• Data sampling using tablet and ArcGIS Online.
• Segal Ameri Corps Education Award of $7,395.00.
• Living Allowance $650.00 per week.
• Additional Benefit $20.00 per week.
• Professional Development Fund $2,400.00.
• Loan forbearance if eligible.
  
  Interest payments if eligible.

Performance is evaluated based on hours completed, satisfactory completion of assignments, and meeting other performance criteria communicated at the start of the service term.

Reporting requirements include bi‑weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.