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Job Summary The DNR is looking to hire one Natural Resources Forestry Specialist Intermediate position, located in Cloquet, MN.  The Forestry Specialist Intermediate position exists to perform forest resource management work by administering one or two forestry sub-programs at the Area administrative level under limited supervision. The primary sub-program assignment for this position is the Cloquet Area Timber Sales subprogram, where the position will assist with the planning, establishment, and administration of the Area's annual timber sale program as a member of the Area timber team. The Forestry Specialist Intermediate also performs field assignments across all Division programs so that forest resources are protected, managed, and utilized in accordance with department policy and procedure. This position occasionally functions as a lead worker to Forestry Specialists, Forestry Technicians, interns, emergency firefighters, temporary crews, and...

Job Summary The Division of Forestry is seeking to hire one (1) Forestry Regional Specialist located in Grand Rapids, MN.  This position exists to develop and support the Fire and Enforcement Programs within MN DNR Forestry’s Northeast Region.  Work hours are subject to change based on work needs; hours of work and days off may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.     Responsibilities include:  Development of the Fire and Enforcement programs by: developing goals, reports, and educational programs; budget administration; training staff; and collecting and analyzing resource data and trends. Supporting the Fire and Enforcement programs by: monitoring the work of forestry area staff; developing and delivering educational programs and materials; and training natural resource staff in the administration and implementation of forestry programs. Completing formal Division of Forestry classroom and field training...

Job Summary The DNR is seeking to fill multiple Forestry Specialist positions across the state. This posting will be used to fill vacancies in the following work locations: Backus, Bagley, Big Falls, Mora, and Nimrod, Minnesota. During the application process, applicants will choose their preferred location(s). Depending on internal movement, this posting may be used to fill vacancies in these locations if they become available: Aitkin, Backus, Bagley, Baudette, Bemidji, Big Falls, Blackduck, Effie, Finland, Grygla, Lewiston, Littlefork, McGregor, Northome, Onamia, Orr, Outing, Park Rapids, Preston, Sandstone, Warroad and Williams. The Forestry Specialist position exists to implement program support tasks across all Division of Forestry programs so that forest resources are protected, managed, and utilized in accordance with department policy and procedure. During periods of elevated wildfire danger, the Forestry Specialist will be assigned to work weekends, evening, and...

See link for full job description.  Manage natural resources on public lands, primarily timber management.  Most of your time is spent outdoors and Bemidji is a wonderful place to live if you like outdoor recreation.  On the job you will locate, evaluate, and prepare stands of timber for public auction.  After the sale you will oversee the harvest to make sure management goals are met.  Preferred qualities are a willingness to work independently while still contributing to a team, a positive attitude, and a desire to positively impact our community.  

Responsible for assisting with county land management, forestry and timber programs. Provides technical and professional assistance to the district foresters, staff forester and other land department staff. Please see the ITASCA COUNTY WEBSITE for more details