Forester

In this position, you will be responsible for performing professional forestry work at Fort Indiantown Gap (FIG), located about 22 miles northeast of Harrisburg, PA. As part of a collaborative team, you will help plan, develop, and implement programs focused on the management, protection, and conservation of forest resources at FIG. Your duties will encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including forest management, timber management, forest protection, wood utilization, resource planning, and wildland fire management.

You will apply a blend of biological, physical, quantitative, managerial, economic, social, and policy principles to promote forest regeneration, manage resources, and ensure the sustainable use and conservation of forest areas. Your work will support military training objectives while maintaining the forest's long-term productivity. Additionally, you will be involved in mitigating threats to the forest, including damage from wildlife, unauthorized fires, invasive species, disease, insect infestations, and climate-related factors. You will also assist with wildfire suppression and prescribed fire operations.