Seasonal Forester

Posting Details
Position Information

Classification Title	Temporary Hourly
Employment Category	Temporary
Is this an Hourly position?	Yes
Work Hours/Week	0-40
Overtime Eligible?	Yes
Position Location	Gould, CO 80523
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?	No
Description of Work Unit	The Colorado State Forest Service is an agency of Colorado State University, and is housed organizationally, in the Warner College of Natural Resources. The CSFS also staffs the Division of Forestry for the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. The CSFS has field offices throughout the state, organized within 4 Areas with a State Office located in Fort Collins on one of the foothills campuses of CSU. Individual staff members take the lead on one or more program areas and all staff members are expected to assist each other as needed for successful, efficient and effective delivery of services and programs.
Search Contact Email	[email protected]
Position Summary	Cruising and data collection for forest-wide inventory Scouting and treatment layout for projects focused on watershed protection and climate change Field support on Adaptive Silicuture for Climate Change projects  Chainsaw operation – thinning, firewood, and defensible space work Assisting with timber sale layout – cruising, boundary delineation, and marking Various GPS and GIS applications Assisting with assessment and treatment of insect and disease projects
Position Minimum Qualifications	Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date   Pursuing or completed degree in forestry or related natural resources field   Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate a manual transmission vehicle Ability to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles in variable weather and road conditions Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate chainsaws/misc. logging equipment, forestry equipment, and perform strenuous outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions Ability and willingness to work long hours with occasional evening and weekend duties (work based on a 40-hour work week) Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team
Preferred Qualifications	Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written One season of field experience Experience in the utilization of Microsoft Suite, ArcGIS Suite, Avenza or GPS

Posting Details

Working Title	Seasonal Forester
Posting Number	202300208T
Department	Colorado State Forest Service
Salary Range	$17.50/hr
Employee Benefits	Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/
Close Date	03/23/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants	To Apply:   Please send electronic versions of the application materials to the email address below:  [email protected]  Resume, cover letter, and three (3) professional references  References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement	Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category	Forester
Duty/Responsibility	Cruising and data collection for forest-wide inventory Scouting and treatment layout for projects focused on watershed protection and climate change Field support on Adaptive Silicuture for Climate Change projects  Chainsaw operation – thinning, firewood, and defensible space work Assisting with timber sale layout – cruising, boundary delineation, and marking Various GPS and GIS applications Assisting with assessment and treatment of insect and disease projects
Percentage Of Time	100%

References

Minimum References Required	3
Maximum References Required	3