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Forestry Technician – USFWS Posting Number: G/R21418P Working Title: Forestry Technician USFWS Department: Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res Employment Type: Employee Anticipated Start Date: 05/15/2023 Posting Date: 04/26/2023 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Position Summary: Positions will be located on various National Wildlife Refuges in the Southeast region. Potential Refuge locations may include (but not limited to): Carolina Sandhills NWR in McBee, SC; St. Marks NWR in St. Marks, FL; Okeefenokee NWR in Folkston, GA; Piedmont NWR in Round Oak, GA; Lower Suwanee NWR in Chiefland, FL; Noxubee NWR near Starkville, MS; and, Clarks River in Kentucky. Primary duties include collecting baseline forest habitat data, cruising & marking timber to enhance wildlife habitat, and assisting with timber sale administration. Other duties may involve invasive plant control and monitoring of wildlife and habitat responses to various forest management treatments. A wide variety of wildlife management activities may also be incorporated depending on refuge needs and objectives. Responsibilities Collect baseline forest habitat data (40% of time). Cruise & mark timber to enhance wildlife habitat (20% of time). Assist with timber sale administration. Perform other tasks as assigned, including invasive plant control and monitoring of wildlife and habitat responses to forest management treatments. Classification & Employment Details Classification Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Full-Time Equivalent: 1.00 Relevant/Preferred Education and Experience Preferred applicants are forestry students enrolled in school (undergraduate, graduate program or recent graduates) or recent graduates. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preference may be given to students having basic dendrology, forest mensuration and silvicultural knowledge or experience. Wildlife students with an interest and understanding of forest ecology and management are also encouraged to apply. Physical Demands The work is outdoors and therefore conditions are subject to weather, animals, and natural occurrences. Driving is required. The position may involve working in rugged terrain and handling equipment. EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Recruitment Contact Name: Michael Mengak Email: mmengak@uga.edu #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed

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