Forestry Technician I - Orchard Manager

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

North Carolina Forest Service

Job Classification Title

Forestry Technician I (S)

Position Number

60032255

Grade

NC07

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

“If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and experience or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position then, an applicant who does not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for hire as a trainee. Salary for a trainee may be set lower than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting. The salary is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and experience to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.”

The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to 100 counties in North Carolina.

This position is responsible for the management of seed collection areas, clonally replicated seed orchards and progeny testing throughout Western North Carolina. Orchard management duties include pesticide application, thinning, pruning, grafting, weed control, pollen collection, fertilization of flowers and integrated pest management. The equipment used to accomplish these tasks may include wheeled tractors, loaders, mowers, sprayers, aerial boom lifts, road tractors, and trailers.

This position will also assist Linville River Nursery during mission critical duties that may include sowing, thinning, lifting, packing, and distributing seedlings.
This position is part of the NC Forest Service Nursery and Tree Improvement Program and may require cross training, travel, and emergency response outside of the Western North Carolina territory.

Duty Station Location: 6321 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC 28657

**Necessary Special Requirements: A valid NC Class A CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Must obtain Forestry Pesticide operator's license within 90 days of hire. **

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $64,408

• Knowledge of plant propagation.
• Ability to calibrate agricultural machines or equipment.
• Ability to operate agricultural equipment.  
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Possess basic computer skills.   

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
 
Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.
 
All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.  

* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. *
 
Questions regarding this posting?  Contact 919-707-3201.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related experience in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license required within 90 days of hire.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Alyssa Danielle Bartholomew

Recruiter Email: agr.workday@ncagr.gov