Deadline: Mon, 09/23/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: WI Dept of Natural Resources Job Field: Forestry Policy/Administrative Job Type: Full Time Location: Wyoming Location Detail: Statewide Job Description: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is hiring a Forest Products Specialist to provide detailed knowledge of the forest resource and forest products industry in Wisconsin and is a key internal and external consultant for staff, leadership, inter‐divisional teams, and partner groups. This position has statewide responsibilities and could be headquartered at a Forestry Ranger Station or DNR office within the state determined to be best suited for the bureau’s needs, applicant preference, and space availability. This position has statewide responsibilities, so occasional travel within the state is required. Remote work will be available after the initial onboarding period. The exact amount is based on program need. This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar positions. Find a meaningful and rewarding career with the DNR! The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our residents. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We offer training and career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. The Forest Products Specialist provides statewide technical assistance and technology transfer expertise to a variety of stakeholders including businesses as well as internal and external customers to support and grow Wisconsin’s forest products industry in assigned program areas. Program areas include forest products utilization and marketing support; domestic, international, and emerging forest products market and business development; manufacturing process improvement; carbon markets; renewable energy and woody biomass; impacts of invasive species related to wood markets; and related policy development on emerging issues. Areas of program expertise evolve with emerging issues in forest products. This position maintains cutting‐edge knowledge and expertise by staying abreast of current research and maintaining an effective professional network. The customer base for this position is Wisconsin forest businesses, state agencies, economic development and industry trade organizations, Division staff, as well as colleagues throughout the Department and corresponding programs in the US Forest Service and other states. The Forest Products Specialist provides excellent customer service and face‐to‐face interactions with members of Wisconsin’s forest products industry to foster job growth, job retention, and industry expansion. Qualifications: Experience in the forest products industry in any of the following: Market Development Forest Utilization Business Development Forest Products Manufacturing Woody Biomass Product Development/Wood Energy Forest Carbon Markets AND Experience related to business management in any of the following: Conducting feasibility studies Developing business plans Establishing supply chain or distribution strategies Assessing process or quality improvement Developing or presenting training programs to businesses or organizations In addition, Preferred Qualifications include any of the following criteria: Experience providing consultation services to external organizations Experience developing policies Advanced degree (higher than Bachelor's degree) related to biomaterials, forest products, forestry, silviculture, or business management Salary: Starting pay for this position is between $38.00 to $39.00 per hour (or $79,040 to $81,120 annually), in addition to excellent benefits. This position is included in the classification Forester Advanced within Pay Schedule/Range 15-03 How to Apply: The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Please visit the following link to apply: https://wj.wi.gov/psc/wisjobs/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=15450& Your resume and letter of qualifications are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted. For technical troubleshooting related to the Wisc.Jobs site, please view the Frequently Asked Questions. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Andrew Wenninger at andrewj.wenninger@wisconsin.gov or 608/419-6009. Disabled Veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Email the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision. The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Deadline to Apply All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Monday, September 23, 2024.
