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Assistant Forester / District Community Forester\
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Department: 3670010290 Kansas Forest Service\
Job no: 517211\
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)\
Location: Other\
Worksite: On-site requirement\
Categories: Agriculture, Forestry\
Pay Grade: 001\
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About This Role:\
Kansas Forest Service is hiring a full-time District Community Forester
position for the southeast district of the Community Forestry Program.
The position supports the Community Forestry Program by assisting
communities in planning, managing, education/outreach and developing
tree resources to improve environmental, economic, ecological, social,
beautification and recreational benefits. Responsibilities include:
- Providing community forestry technical assistance to communities and
partners of the southeast district.
- Planning, developing, and conducting a balanced full-service
forestry program to meet the needs of the resource and communities
in a positive and professional manner.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with
federal, state and local agencies, and organizations on forestry
related programs.
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Incumbent delivers community forestry services with limited direct
supervision. Approximately 50% of the time will be spent in the field,
travel is routine with occasional overnight travel for special duties
and training. Work may need to be done in inclement weather on occasion.
This position is located within the Southeast Community Forestry
District in Haysville, KS.\
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Why Join Us:\
The Kansas Forest Service is the 5th oldest state forestry agency in the
country established in 1887, and is housed as an independent agency
within K-State Research and Extension. The agency employs 35 full-time
employees, and 40+ temporary and student positions, housed in Manhattan,
KS and offices throughout the state. Our programs include Rural
Forestry, Community Forestry, Fire Management, Conservation Tree
Planting, Forest Health, and Marketing and Utilization. Learn more at
our website:
www.kansasforests.org\
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that
includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time
off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available,
please visit:
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits\
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We Support Diversity and Inclusion:\
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university
actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and
cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The
University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of
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Worksite Options:\
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed
on employer premises or designated assignment location.\
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arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work
arrangements and are subject to review.\
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What You\'ll Need to Succeed:\
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor\'s Degree
- 2 years of experience in forestry, horticulture, landscape ecology
or landscape architecture. Education such as a Master\'s degree can
be substituted for required experience.
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Preferred ualifications:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in forestry or a closely related field
- 5 years of experience in forestry, horticulture, landscape ecology
or landscape architecture
- Certified Arborist (KAA or ISA)
- Knowledge of tree identification, tree inventory, GIS, tree
planting, pruning
- Experience utilizing the Microsoft office suite
- Ability to communicate in an effective and professional manner
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Other Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
at the time of employment.
- Valid driver\'s license
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How to Apply:\
Please submit the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Professional references
- Academic transcripts (if applicable)
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Screening of Applications Begins:\
Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For
best consideration, apply by May 8, 2024.\
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Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:\
\$47,000 - \$