Forester II; District Forester Extended

FORESTER II (DISTRICT FORESTER)

Opening Date:
June 18, 2026

Closing Date:
End of day July
22, 2026 (EXTENDED)

Location:

Ashland
Position Number:
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time/Year-Round
Class Code: 9452
Grade: 25 (Professional/Technical Unit)
Salary: $55,764.80 – $78,228.80 per year (includes a 2.5% salary adjustment)

This is professional forestry work promoting informed decisions about Maine's forests to a wide variety of audiences and implementing a service forestry program in an assigned district.

• Provide on-site advice and assistance to landowners, loggers, and foresters about management practices that enhance timber, water, wildlife, and recreation resources.
• Develop and deliver presentations, field tours, and workshops to individuals, students, clubs, other entities, and the public about forests and forestry.
• Inspect timber harvest sites for compliance with state forest practices, other land use regulations, and Best Management Practices; advise consulting foresters, harvesters, and landowners on preventing violations and mitigating existing problems.
• Prepare informational materials, reports, and correspondence about forest issues; attend local meetings, answer inquiries, and perform public relations and outreach work within the district.
• Collaborate closely with a team of MFS field and program staff.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or a related field.
• Four (4) years of field experience involving inspection and supervision of harvesting operations, surveying, cruising, timber making, and general forest management planning.
• Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Forester from the Maine State Board of Registration for Professional Foresters.

• Stewardship – broad knowledge and appreciation of the many economic, ecological, and social values of Maine’s forests.
• Self‑motivated – ability to work independently, identify needs, seek additional resources, and initiate new efforts to address emerging issues.
• People person – ability to communicate easily, tactfully, and professionally with a wide range of audiences.
• Recorder/Reporter – capable of preparing effective reports, assessments, and other documentation in written and electronic formats.

Questions specific to this position should be directed to Morten Moesswilde at morten.moesswilde
.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment for applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Work‑Life Balance – 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually, with vacation leave accrual increasing with years of service and overtime‑exempt employees receiving personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%‑100% of employee‑only premiums (annual value $11,857.68‑$13,950.24).
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee‑only premiums by 5% (Office of Employee Health and Wellness).
Dental Insurance – 100% coverage of employee‑only dental premiums (annual value $365.28).
Retirement Plan – State contribution of at least 14.11% to Maine Public Employees Retirement System.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Up to $40 per month.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – pre‑tax contributions.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – State qualifies for federal program.
Living Resources Program – Employee assistance program.
Parental leave – 42 consecutive calendar days fully paid, plus additional unpaid leave under FMLA.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – 457(b) account via payroll deductions.