GNA Project Forester 2026-01532

Posting number: 2026-01532

Department: Office of State Lands & Investments

Division: Office of State Lands & Investments

Job classification: ATAW99 - EMPLOYEE CONTRACT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Natural Resources, Forestry

Summary

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Join the Wyoming State Forestry Division as a Good Neighbor Authority Project Forester in Kemmerer!

The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD), is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Project Forester. This role offers the chance to significantly impact the management of our beautiful federal lands, including those managed by the US Forest Service (USFS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM), in collaboration with the Bridger-Teton National Forest.

Position Overview: As the GNA Project Forester, you will be at the forefront of forest and fuel management projects, playing a crucial role in planning, preparing, and administering these initiatives. You will work directly with federal partners to identify high-priority projects, evaluate their feasibility, and make informed recommendations for their implementation.

This is an At-will Employee Contract position with limited benefits (no paid leave, employee only contributions toward insurance, no agency contribution toward retirement).

Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer, ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov, 307-777-8570
 
 
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
 
 

• Plans forest product sales and fuels mitigation projects based on factors such as harvestable timber, operability, access, and other natural resource considerations. 

• Prepares and writes detailed project plans. 

• Assist federal partners in identifying priority treatment areas, conducting environmental analyses, and providing written recommendations. 

• Assists in establishing long-term forest management goals and objectives related to forest management activities.

• Prepares forest product sales, including property boundary determination, harvest unit layout, road design and layout, marking, cruising, volume determination, appraisal, and advertising.

• Prepares forest product sales and timber stand improvement project contracts and maps. 

• Ensures agency policies and procedures are followed throughout the presale process.

• Administers forest product sale contracts to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project goals. 

• Monitors the progression of harvesting operations and ensures best management practices are being followed.

• Maintains the record of volume removed, payments, and account status.

• Makes recommendations regarding contract modifications or extensions for harvesting operations.  

• Implements forest management projects such as timber stand improvement from project planning through preparation and contract administration.

• Coordinates with local, state, and federal partners in advancing forest management in the area.

Examples of duties

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:


Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Forestry.
Preference may be given to candidates with at least 3 years of progressive work experience in forestry.
 
**Must have a valid driver's license.


KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge of forestry principles and practices, forest ecology, fire behavior and ecology, silvicultural treatments and methodology, timber management, harvesting systems, forest products industry, surveying, and timber cruising techniques.

• Knowledge and experience using computers and software commonly used in professional land management, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of ArcPro and GPS devices and associated apps.