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Job Opportunity: Staff Forester - Markets & Utilization:North Carolina Forest ServiceJob description:Job InformationStaff Forester - Markets & UtilizationBack to listTitle Staff Forester - Markets & Utilization Organization North Carolina Forest Service Job detail Position currently qualifies for a telework option. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. “If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and practice 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. income for a trainee may be set lower than the classification income range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting. The income is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and practice to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.” The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response division of the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service (NCFS) provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina. The Markets and Utilization Forester serves as the agency subject matter specialist on forest product markets and the utilization of forest products all over the state. Maintains a database of timber buyers, primary, and secondary wood-using industries. Conducts annual surveys of primary forest products mills to determine the amount and source of roundwood receipts, timber product drain by county and byproduct utilization in partnership with the US Forest Service Timber Product Output program. Interfaces with the NC Department of Revenue to account for operations subject to the Primary Forest Product Assessment Act. Maintains strong relationships with the state’s forest products industry, promotes diverse markets for forest products, and communicates on the extent, economic contributions, utilization, and production of forest resources in NC. Provides leadership abilities, training and technical assistance in forest products utilization and marketing to NCFS personnel, landowners, businesses operating in the forest sector supply chain, and stakeholders statewide. Supports and promotes forest-located economic development efforts for traditional and emerging markets, especially efforts promoting markets for underutilized forest resources. Develops skills in knowledge NC’s regionally diverse timber markets and transfers this knowledge to inform forest management options and decisions. Develops subject matter education and outreach materials. Frequently collaborates with in-state partners and stakeholders as well as state forestry counterparts all over the southern region. Serves on committees and work groups as assigned. May pursue and administer external grant funding for strategic projects supporting the program area and agency initiatives. Provide support for all-risk incident/emergency response. Work hours are typically 8-5, Mon-Fri. Periodic statewide travel is required. Out-of-state travel is occasionally required. Some work functions require evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. NCFS is an Emergency Response Division. Work schedules may require extended hours and/or possible emergency call-back. Duty Station will be discussed in the interview and will either be at the NCFS headquarters in Wake County (512 N Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27604) or at Griffiths Forestry Center in Johnston County (2411 Old US Highway 70 West, Clayton, NC 27520). Must obtain a valid NC Driver’s License within 90 days of hire. The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provide 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. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and practice requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of practice and Education listed on the application. To qualify for this position, candidates must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following: » Familiarity with the forest products industry » practice using Microsoft Office products » capability to effectively communicate both verbally and in written form » Able to effectively work with little supervision » capability to effectively work as a member of a team MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES: » practice managing and analyzing data » practice in the forest products industry sector » Strong problem-solving skills » Strong interpersonal and networking skills » Knowledge of NCFS programs and services Qualifications Minimum Education and practice Requirements You may qualify by an equivalent combination of education and practice, either through years of education or years of directly related practice, or a combination of both. Bachelor s degree in forestry from a Society of American Foresters (SAF) accredited institution and three years of related professional Forestry practice; or Registered by the NC Board of Registration for Foresters and three years of related professional post registration Forestry practice; or an equivalent combination of education and practice. income Job Type Full Time practiced Location Wake County, North CarolinaUnited States Posted on 2024-06-27 Expires on 2024-08-26 Desired Start Date Not provided How to submit the application: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4545955/staff-for ester-markets-utilization Skills:
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