DISTRICT FORESTER

Job description

Position Number: 22088655 County: Ouachita Posting End Date: [[postingEndDate]] Anticipated Starting Salary: $71,027 [[section]] Hiring Authority: Darren Spinks darren.spinks@arkansas.gov 501/944-2577 As the largest industry in Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture and forestry to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation. The Department is organized into five Divisions: Forestry Division, Livestock and Poultry Division, Natural Resources Division, Plant Industries Division, and Shared Services Division. -Knowledge of laws and regulations which govern the sale or purchase of land and timber -Ability to appraise timber areas, conduct sales, and develop and monitor contracts Position Information: Job Series: Agriculture Programs – Competitive Classification: District Forester: Class Code: PAG07C: Pay Grade: SPC03: Salary Range: $71,027 - $105,120: Job Summary: The District Forester is responsible for overseeing and implementing forestry program...