Forester II (Forest Products Utilization & Marketing)

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The Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry, Maine Forest Service (MFS), has a current vacancy for a Forester II position in Maine. The position of Forest Products Utilization & Marketing Forester II provides subject matter expertise to fulfill MFS’s mission of

education:

, assistance, resource information and analyses to multiple audiences. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY FORESTER II (FOREST PRODUCTS UTILIZATION & MARKETING) Opening Date: February 02, 2026 Closing Date: End of day February 23, 2026 Location: Augusta Position Number: 01711-3849 Class Code: 9452 Grade: 25 (Professional/Technical Unit) Salary: $55,764.80 - $78,228.80 Per Year* *(This includes a 2.5% Salary Adjustment) BRIEF JOB

DESCRIPTION:

This is professional forestry work involved in promoting informed decisions

about:

Maine's forests to a wide variety of audiences, with a focus on forest products.

Responsibilities:

of the position include: Provide technical services and training related to forest products to wood processors, mills, landowners, loggers, and foresters.

• Gather, track, analyze, and disseminate information and data regarding utilization and markets for wood and other forest products.
• Provide forest policy analyses to help support Maine’s forest products economy.
• Collaborate with other agencies and entities to promote diverse forest products.
• Identify, disseminate and manage grants available to forest products entities.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, informational materials, and correspondence

about:

forest products and related resources. The position collaborates closely with a team of MFS field, program, and leadership staff, and would occasionally work with and advise department staff and leadership. There is partial remote work flexibility with this position following DACF Telework guidelines and management approval.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Morten Moesswilde at: morten.moesswilde@maine.gov MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field and four (4) years field

experience:

involving inspection and supervision of harvesting operations, surveying, cruising, timber making, and general forest management planning. Equivalent related

experience:

may be substituted for

education:

on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

REQUIREMENTS:

Licensed as a Registered Professional Forester from the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Foresters. Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following

skills:

and abilities: Stewardship – broad knowledge and appreciation of the economic, ecological, and social values of Maine’s forests, with specific familiarity and

experience:

with the forest products supply chain, harvesting, wood procurement & processing. Analyst – ability to compile, interpret, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data using sophisticated methods to generate required and supplemental MFS reports. Collaborator – ability to work independently, within a team, and with outside entities.

Initiative - identify needs, seek additional resources, and initiate efforts to address emerging issues, including new markets, mills, businesses, technologies and products. People person – ability to communicate easily, tactfully, and professionally with all audiences, from the forest industry to Maine’s wider forest land use community.

Recorder/reporter – capable of preparing effective reports, assessments, and other documentation in written and electronic formats. A job offer to a new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver’s license check if applicable. Three professional references must be provided and made available at the interview.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total

compensation:

package, including: Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.

Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information

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Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

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benefits:

for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary Deferred

Compensation:

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Opportunity:

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