ForestryTechnician-AssistantCountyRanger

**Agency** Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services **Division** North Carolina Forest Service **Job Classification Title** Forestry Technician I (S) **Position Number** 60031849 **Grade** NC07 **About 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. **Description of Work** “If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum education and experience or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position then, an applicant who does not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for hire as a trainee. Salary for a trainee may be set lower than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting. The salary is adjusted as the trainee obtains the additional education and experience to fully meet the position qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.” The North Carolina Forest Service is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, emergency response, resource management and environmental education 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 Assistant County Ranger works with the County Ranger to provide services. Position requires: • Assist with servicing landowner requests for forestry assistance • Assist with programs to promote the importance of trees and tree care in the urban setting • Provide and promote forestry education through interaction with forestry partners, schools, civic groups and school organizations such as Tree Farm, National Wild Turkey Federation, FFA and 4-H • Promote the protection of the State’s natural resources through the development of wildfire