LTE Forest Regeneration and Monitoring Technician

LTE Forest Regeneration and Monitoring Technician (Multiple Locations)

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We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air, and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

The Wisconsin DNR is hiring 12 LTE (Limited Term Employee) Forestry Regeneration and Monitoring Technician positions across the State of Wisconsin. Potential workstations locations include:
Rhinelander, Prentice, Ashland, Park Falls, Minong, Cumberland, Hayward, Merrill, Medford, Wausau, Antigo, Wausaukee, Gresham, Peshtigo, Green Bay, Wautoma, Eau Claire, Black River Falls, Wi Rapids, La Crosse, Brule, Mellen and Baraboo.

This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies. To see all opportunities currently available at DNR, follow this link: DNR (wisc.jobs).

These positions will work on the Forest Regeneration Monitoring project measuring the effects of deer browse and plant competition on seedling trees. The positions involve conducting regeneration measurements in several forest types, across multiple ownerships, and contacting landowners to obtain access to private lands. This position will require extensive travel across Wisconsin; therefore the selected candidate will be required to meet and maintain eligibility to drive a state vehicle.

• 80% Field Data Collection
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  • Conduct plot measurements of tree saplings and seedlings by species and height class.
  • Enter collected data into a tablet according to program standard operating procedures.
  • Travel time to and from plots and work station.
  • Understand and follow state statutes, agency rules, regulations, administrative codes, and program procedures at all times while collecting field data.
• 20% Administrative Work
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  • Contact landowners to obtain permission to access private lands in accordance with state statutes, agency rules, regulations, administrative codes, and program procedures.
  • Perform data entry, quality assurance, and control according with agency standards.
  • Plan plot visits and access points efficiently with maps and GIS.

These positions pay between $20.50 – $23.50 per hour and are classified as Forestry Technician Advanced in pay schedule and range 06‑14. Compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and will not automatically lead to permanent state employment or be entitled to the same benefits as permanent employees.

• Offer a great opportunity to gain experience and learn about careers at the WI Department of Natural Resources.
• Provide opportunities for individuals to enhance their resumes with skills learned on the job.
• May accommodate flexibility for part‑time or full‑time work hours and seasonal schedules. Work schedules are dependent on business needs.
• Allow individuals to hold multiple LTE appointments concurrently. If both LTE positions are at the same agency, the positions must be bona fide different positions. Each individual LTE position allows for maximum of 1039 hours in a twelve‑month period.

• Residency
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  You must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.

The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to a job offer. A criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. The DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The DNR does not sponsor work visas. All persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility I‑9 form upon hire.

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that…