Senior Forest Ranger Internal Agency
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Government
Agriculture / Farming -
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Environmental Science, Forestry, Outdoor / Nature, Agriculture / Farming
Senior Forest Ranger
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Senior Forest Ranger. This position is for internal agency employees only. The salary range is $51,689.82 - $69,945.72. The posting will close on September 9, 2026.
Minimum requirements include three years of experience as a Forest Ranger with the Florida Forest Service, or three years of similar work experience with another public wildland firefighting forestry organization, or an associate's degree in Forest Technology or Fire Science from an accredited college or university and one year of experience as referenced above. Additional requirements include obtaining a firefighter certificate of compliance and a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) within six months of appointment.
The duties include forest fire prevention, detection, suppression and presuppression, providing technical forestry services and information to landowners and wood-using industry representatives, assisting with state lands management, and presenting forestry educational programs. Occasional to moderate travel is required, and the position may respond to emergencies as needed.
The following special benefits are included:
State of Florida Special Risk Retirement package, Annual Uniform Allotment, Annual Boot Allotment. For a complete list of benefits, visit
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