Forester

Forester

Job Location:

Address: 1100 N Beeline Highway Payson, AZ 85541 or 1110 W Washington, Ste 500 Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $21.Grade: 21 Closing Date:
August 7, 2026

Job Summary:

This position works on a team and manages the planning and implementation of forestry projects on private, state, and federal land in the assigned District. Projects include, but are not limited to, hazardous fuel reduction, forest health improvement, and watershed restoration.

Job Duties:

• Identify projects and develop planning documents for forest and other natural resource management concerns.
• Interpret planning documents and implement projects on-the-ground for forest and other natural resource management concerns.
• Lead field staff and develop work plans for project oversight and monitoring; report outcomes and recommend management actions.
• Coordinate with other forestry and fire management staff to ensure all stakeholder needs are met and concurrence in documented; draft project task orders and manage contractors and internal crews in the implementation of projects.
• Provide technical assistance to landowners, internal staff, partners, and stakeholders; conduct forest resource surveys.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:

• Forest planning, site specific prescription development, and the elements of a well-written plan.
• Forest operations, including harvesting and methods used in the forest industry.
• Arizona forest and fuel types and state and federal environmental compliance laws and regulations.

Skills in:

• Computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, and ArcGIS-related products.
• Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective communication and teamwork.
• Training others in forestry related subjects, safety practices and protocols.
• Timber marking, cruising and stand value estimation.

Ability to:

• Interact effectively with others to convey thoughts, ideas, and information.
• Track progress against goals and make adjustments in order to achieve results.
• Lead with a positive and productive attitude.
• Maintain written records, prepare documents and reports.
• Drive on State business

Selective Preference(s):
The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry or related natural resource program.
• 2+ years experience developing forest planning documents and managing forestry operations.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• A valid Arizona Driver's License.

Benefits:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program, learn more .gov/family-leave-expansion).
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment

Retirement :

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System ( ASRS )
• Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.
• Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
• The current contribution rate is 11.98%

Contact Us:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Selene Rojas  for assistance.