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Forester

Wisconsin DNR, Forestry

This is an EXPIRED job listing. Do not apply for this position!

Type: Limited Term
Posted: 01/10/2007
Deadline to Apply: 01/26/2007
More Information: WDNR Employment Announcement

40% – Implementation of reconnaissance program to gather, record, and update silvicultural prescription, habitat type, soils, and other applicable information. Develop long-range planning schedules for individual compartment stands including harvest schedules, priority schedules, reforestation needs, and noncommercial improvement projects

40% – Manage ARCVIEW/RAVE/GIS database while incorporating GPS use. Change existing electronic data and map files to reflect current conditions.

15% – Establishment of timber sales within the Flambeau River State Forest. Mark complex northern hardwood stands and other timber types.

5% – Other duties. Implement and direct spring tree planting. Assist forest staff with timber sale administration including scaling and contract enforcement.

Knowledge Required: Silvics, silviculture, forest measurement techniques, dendrology, air photo interpretation, ARCVIEW/GIS/GPS, and shrub and herbaceous identification. Experience in Northern hardwood marking. Four-year Graduate forester from accredited college with 6 months field experience