The Incumbent will work within a combination of Lands and Forests programs depending on individual skill sets and regional needs, as assigned by the supervising forester. Lands and
Forests program areas managed out of the Cortland office include State Forest Management; Private Land Services and Forest Tax Law; and Urban and Community Forestry.
The incumbent will perform professional forestry work primarily within the Private Lands Services, Forest Tax Law, and Urban and Community Forestry programs:
- Provide forest management advice, technical assistance, and prepare forest stewardship management plans for private forest owners.
- Respond to public inquiries and answer phone calls about forest management and forest health concerns.
- Administer cost share programs, including Regenerate NY and EQIP.
- Administer the 480A Forest Tax Law.
- Assist municipalities with the management of their urban trees, participate in the regional ReLeaf program, participated in Arbor Day and Tree City events, and administer Urban and Community Forestry grants.
- Utilize GPS/GIS to collect data in the field and incorporate GIS data into the Department's databases.
- Prepare reports, conduct presentations, and participate in outreach events.
- Supervise interns, seasonal, and/or technical staff as needed.
- Assist with State Forest Management activities.
- Perform other program-related activities as assigned by supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $49,363.00 - $82,656.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Tree care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Arborist (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person