Staff Forester I - Silviculture

Job Title

Staff Forester I - Silviculture

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Forest Analytics Department

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,500.00 monthly

Job Location

Lufkin, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Staff Forester II will support the Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) Silvicultural Program by performing several major duties.

***This position is for a 3 year period. Continuation of position is contingent on the availability of funding.***

Major Responsibilities:

-Provide scientific expertise on forest establishment, growth, vigor, productivity and sustainability by delivering current, research-based information to agency forester, consulting foresters and forest industry professionals.

-Support landowner and public education efforts by developing and delivering educational materials and outreach activities that promote understanding of forest science, management practices and the environmental and economic benefits of forests.

-Translate research into practice by synthesizing current silvicultural science into practical tools, including diagnostic guides, prescription methodologies and decision-support models to enhance forest vigor, resiliency and productivity.

-Develop and implement silvicultural strategies that address a wide range of landowner objectives, with an emphasis on practical, science-based guidance tailored to small-acreage owners and diverse forest management goals.

-Collaborate with agency staff and partners to ensure integration of silvicultural science into forest management planning, policy development and program delivery.

-Support and facilitate activities related to financial assistance programs administered by the Silvicultural Program.

-Assist with local and statewide incident response, and support other program duties as assigned, including wildfire and all-hazard response, preparedness and recovery activities.

Occasional Responsibilities:

-The Forester must perform related duties when required and is encouraged to be involved with local community and professional activities not specifically related to the agency.

Working Conditions:

-This position involves a combination of office-based work and frequent outdoors fieldwork. While most duties will be performed in an office setting, the position will require travel to field sites for demonstrations, assessments and educational activities. Fieldwork may involve infrequent exposure to harsh environmental conditions, including wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes. The job may also require walking long distances over uneven terrain, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching and kneeling and lifting and carrying heavy objects such as field equipment or signage. This position demands a commitment to safely conducting outdoor work in a variety of conditions.

Education qualifications/training required:

-Bachelor's degree in Forestry with an emphasis in forest management or a closely related field from a Society of American Foresters (SAF) accredited university.

Work experience and skills required:

-Strong background in Southern Silviculture, with demonstrated knowledge of forest establishment, growth and management practices relevant to the region.

-Excellent communication, organization and documentation skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate reports and educational materials.

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office, 365 and similar software tools for data management, communication, presentations and documentation.

-Familiarity with applied demonstration procedures and the ability to establish, assess and maintain field demonstration sites for educational or research purposes.

-Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate complex forestry issues and develop practical solutions.

-Effective project management skills, including planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of forestry-related projects.

-Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and with external partners.

-Demonstrated experience in organizing, conducting and delivering educational programs, including p