Job Class: Natural Resources Forestry Specialist

Job Summary

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Forest Science/Management (or a closely related field of academic study) from a university program accredited by the Society of American Foresters, or comparable accrediting institution, or current Society of American Foresters Certified Forester status.
• Scientific principles involved in forest resource management sufficient to administer and implement appropriate management practices. This may include: Plant physiology; dendrology; silviculture; soil science; chemistry; biology; botany; geology; entomology; forest ecology and meteorology.
• Knowledge of forestry ecosystem management science, timber harvesting, forest regeneration and timber stand improvement practices, forest survey and data collection and analysis techniques using statistical methods, forest road design and building, fire science, forest plant and shrub identification and safety practices.
• Knowledge of Aerial photography sufficient to select suitable photos and interpret them.
• Knowledge of forest mensuration, economics and survey and appraisal techniques sufficient to carry out assigned programs.
• Knowledge of Wildlife species and their habitat needs sufficient to prescribe, conduct and evaluate management activities.
• Knowledge of fire management techniques sufficient to identify the role of fire.
• Knowledge of recreation management sufficient to develop and manage a variety of recreation facilities.
• Knowledge of wood marketing and utilization sufficient to promote sound and efficient use of forest resources.
• Knowledge of statistics sufficient to ensure the accurate collection and interpretation of forest data.
• Human Relation skills sufficient to work with internal and external clients, DNR staff, special interest groups, loggers, forest product industry staff and general public, in a variety of situations.
• Skill in the use of forestry instruments, equipment and techniques sufficient to perform duties.
• Ability to communicate orally and in written form sufficient to clearly convey information on forest management practices to the general public, special interest groups and other department employees
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Leadwork skills sufficient to provide critical communication efficiently and effectively.
• Customer Service/Communication Skills sufficient to provide information and assistance to the public and staff in a courteous manner.
• Writing skills sufficient to write incident reports, maintain log records accurate and consistently.  
• Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team.
• Conflict resolution/human relation skills sufficient to negotiate, resolve issues, read situations and settle disputes equitably by finding common ground and cooperation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Department and Division policies, procedures and operating guidelines and State of Minnesota statutes pertaining to natural resources management.
• Ability to implement public responsiveness techniques.
• One year or more of forest management experience equivalent to a NR Forestry Specialist.
• Successful participation of the State of Minnesota Star of the North Fellowship program.

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements 

1. Employment Reference Check
2. SEMA4 Records Check
3. Criminal History Check
4. Education/License Verification

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