Forester II - Area
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Government
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Forestry
Location: Liberty
Forester II - Area 41 in 03 - AMITE COUNTY, MS
State of Mississippi
$50,000.00 - $65,329.23 Annually
Location
03 - AMITE COUNTY, MS
Full-Time
Job Number
amite
0451 - FORESTRY COMMISSION
Opening Date
09/21/2026
10/5/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary
$50,000.00
$65,329.23
About the AgencyMississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has been a leader in the protection, management, and sustainability of the state's forests for 95 years. The MFC provides expert management, protection, and information needed to keep Mississippi's approximately 19.2 million acres of forestland healthy, productive, and prosperous. For additional information contact Brooke Hanna, Human Resource Director, shanna.gov.
This position is with the Mississippi Forestry Commission in Area 41, with duties and responsibilities in Adams, Amite, Franklin, and Wilkinson counties. Second-level professional Forestry position accountable for planning, organizing, and developing forest protection, forest management or administrative services programs. Jobs at this level prepare detailed forest management plans for landowners; mark timber; assist in locating timber markets; and supervise prescribed burning activities.
Whatyou'll need to be Successful
Integrity and Honesty:
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to the public trust through statements and actions. Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and promises. Demonstrates integrity by maintaining necessary confidentiality. Work Ethic:
Is productive, diligent, conscientious, timely, and loyal. Conscientiously abides by the rules, regulations, and procedures governing work. Service Orientation:
Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions.
Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience and licensure as a Registered Forester. Hiring agency prefers:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Forestry and 2-4 years of experience and licensure as a Registered Forester, or complete Registered Forester Licensure during first year of employment.
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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