County Ranger

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division North Carolina Forest Service Job Classification Title Forestry Technician II (S) Position Number 60032022 Grade NC08

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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.

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of Work The North Carolina Forest Service is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental

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to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NC Forest Service provides services to the 100 counties in North Carolina. The County Ranger is the lead for NCFS services provided in assigned work area. Position requires: • Promote the protection of the State’s natural resources through development of wildfire suppression planning • Respond in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters as an initial attack incident commander and/or in other ICS positions • Service landowner requests for forestry assistance which may be reforestation, forest health, prescribed burning, etc. • Provide and promote forestry

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through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups and school organizations such as Tree Farm, National Wild Turkey Federation, FFA and 4-H • Assist the District Forester with development, management and accountability of budget for the work unit Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work.

Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required. Residency

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discussed at time of interview. Duty Station Location: 204 Hughes Branch Rd., Bryson City, NC 28713 This position requires the successful completion of employer provided Ranger Training. Knowledge

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and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range-$37,782-$66,120 Knowledge of forest management or wildfire suppression

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in dealing with non-industrial private landowners Excellent written and verbal communication

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Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to accomplish goals Must be self-motivated, a team player, and able to remain calm under stress Click Here to Learn more

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• 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.

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Equivalency Guide for details. Associate’s degree in forest management or an environmental or natural science curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related

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in providing forestry services; or an equivalent combination of training and

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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

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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: Toni Tooley Recruiter Email: agr.workday@ncagr.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina.

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