LTE Forestry Technician - Advanced; Rhinelander

LTE Forestry Technician - Advanced (Rhinelander)

Location:

Rhinelander, WI. Expected start:
March 9, 2026. Duration: 6‑7 months through October.

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 two LTE (Limited Term Employee) Forestry Technicians Advanced in Rhinelander, WI. These positions may be used to fill future similar vacancies. For current opportunities, visit DNR wisc.jobs.

These positions will work on a wide variety of forestry projects within the Division of Forestry, Forest Economics and Ecology section. Current projects focus on research and application of science to forest ecology and management, providing opportunities to grow and develop a varied skillset.

• Desired Regeneration through Assisted Migration (DREAM) – seedling measurements, data logger maintenance, etc.
• Deer‑Forest Relationships – deer browse assessments, forest regeneration monitoring.
• Garlic Mustard Allelopathy – herbicide treatment efficacy, counting plants, soil sampling, measuring ground cover.

Other work may include forest assessments, tree and plant species identification, study plot establishment, and data entry and management.

• Forest understory and overstory assessments
• Data logger deployment and maintenance
• Long‑term project infrastructure maintenance
• Deer browse assessments
• Seedling measurements
• Forest regeneration monitoring
• Ground cover estimates with quadrats

• Data entry and management
• Equipment maintenance

Pay: $20.50 – $23.50 per hour, salary schedule 06‑14.

Limited Term Employment (LTE) – does not automatically lead to permanent state employment or same benefits as permanent employees.

• Opportunity to gain experience and learn about careers at the WI Department of Natural Resources.
• Enhance resumes with on‑job skills.
• Flexible part‑time or full‑time schedules, seasonal schedules dependent on business needs.
• Allow multiple concurrent LTE appointments at the same agency.

• Residency: Must be a resident of Wisconsin.
• Background Checks: Criminal background checks on final applicants.
• Eligible to work in U.S.: Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship.

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Required:

• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum two (2) years licensed driving experience.
• No more than three (3) moving violations or at‑fault accidents in the past two (2) years.
• No OWI/DUI violations within the past year.

Minimally Qualified Candidates:

• Physical ability to navigate uneven terrain carrying up to 40 lbs of gear.
• Education or experience in Wisconsin tree and shrub identification.
• Ability to navigate using GPS, map, and compass.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Access, Word).
• Experience with data entry & QA/QC.
• Detail oriented.

Preferred:

• Experience with chain saw use.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in field forestry and/or field research.

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Contact:
Kori.

Schroeder for position‑related questions.

Technical support:
Commonly Asked Questions – available Monday‑Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm.

Resume and letter of qualifications are important. Instructions found here.

Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Central Time, January 12, 2026.