Top 5 Forester Jobs in Pennsylvania

Forester Susquehannock Forest District
Commonwealth of PA —Coudersport, PA
- $53,008 - $80,646 a year
- Overtime
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Procurement Forester
Brownlee Lumber Company —Brookville, PA
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Northwest Hardwoods Inc —Marienville, PA
- Urgently hiring
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Contracts
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Atlas Field Services —Philadelphia, PA
- $20 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Forester Susquehannock Forest District

Commonwealth of PA -
Coudersport, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$53,008 - $80,646 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Internal mobility program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Paid military leave
Work from home
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Participating in emergency response calls as a firefighter
Field surveying
Silviculture
Forest fire management
Sales
Operations coordination planning
Mid-level
Master's degree
Timber management
Non-CDL Class C
Land management
Wildlife habitats
Forest planning
Forest management
Herbicides
Project contract management
Forestry
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree in forestry
Forest technology
2 years
Natural resource management
Wildfire response

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

Let your passion for the outdoors lead you into a career with real environmental impact! The Forester role with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources places you at the center of forest management and protection. You will help maintain healthy forest lands, support wildlife habitats, and guide responsible timber practices. This position is ideal for someone who wants meaningful work that strengthens the state’s natural landscapes. Apply today and keep Pennsylvania’s forests strong for future generations!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on managing state forest resources and supporting forest protection efforts. Work involves planning, field operations, and coordination of specialized programs. As a Forester, you will perform the following duties:

Forest Planning: Conduct field and office work to support development and revision of resource management plans
Silviculture: Apply appropriate treatments to commercial and non-commercial forest stands in line with accepted practices and guidelines
Timber Operations: Oversee timber sale layout, road design, and contract administration for assigned acreage
Mapping and Surveying: Operate computer programs and tools to collect, process, and use survey data
Regeneration Projects: Support fencing, herbicide work, and other activities that promote healthy forest regeneration
Protection Duties: Perform fire warden responsibilities and assist with fire prevention, fire suppression, and insect control

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Overtime and travel as needed
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework), depending on agency needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Coudersport. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of technical forestry experience, and an associate’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or
A bachelor’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or
A master’s degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement:

You must possess a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

Eligibility rules apply.

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