Forest and Conservation Worker jobs in Louisiana

Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Educator (Conservation)
  • BREC Recreation And Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge
  • Multiple locations, LA FULL_TIME
  • The Educator works under the direction of the Conservation Specialist, inside and outside, as related to natural resource education and interpretive programs throughout East Baton Rouge Parish. This requires scheduling educational programs, supervising camps staff and volunteers, presenting educational programs, research and development of educational curriculum, working with the camp, animal handling, and composing routine correspondence. Work involves interaction with other employees, volunteers, teachers, partners, and the general public.
    Education Required: Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university

    Area of Study (major) Required: Education, Life Sciences, Natural Science or related field

    Certification(s) Required: First Aid & CPR certification w/in 30 days of hire

    License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license.

    Years Relevant Work Experience: 2 years related experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
    • Broad-based knowledge of natural sciences including botany, horticulture, geology, hydrology, chemistry, wetland functions, wildlife management and environmental ecology
    • Computer and general office skills
    • Excellent written & oral communication skills for public programming
    • Excellent interpersonal/public relations skills
    • Ability to train & direct staff
    • Ability to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends for programs or events
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, staff, volunteers, patrons, BREC officials, community interest groups, and the general public.
    • Ability to quickly learn BREC policies and procedures and Programs
    Essential Functions and Duties:
    • Researches, develops and implements Education programs
    • Assists with the direct supervision of Summer Camps, seasonal camp employees, part-time program staff, and volunteers (including counselors-in-training)
    • Prepares and assists in scheduling and executing parish-wide programming and outreach.
    • Assists in development and maintenance of exhibit graphics
    • Handles education animals
    • Assists with direction and training of volunteers (including counselors-in-training)
    • Assists with grounds/trail maintenance at times
    • Develops programs and activities for summer and holiday camps
     
    This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.
    Full-time position; scheduled within framework of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, may vary according to special events; frequent weekend and evening work; lunch break daily;  overtime as required.  

    Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 

    You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.

    An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.


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Program Analyst
  • US Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • Alexandria, LA FULL_TIME
  • Duties Maintaining easement databases and spreadsheets to track application status, easement closings restorations, and monitoring. Assisting the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) Coor...
  • 8 Days Ago

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District Secretary/Program Assistant
  • Dorcheat Soil and Water Conservation District
  • Minden, LA FULL_TIME
  • This position is located in the Minden Field Office located at 216 B Broadway Street, Minden, LA. The incumbent will serve at full performance level and is responsible for carrying out all SWCD (soil ...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Secretary (OA)
  • US Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • Alexandria, LA FULL_TIME
  • Duties Screens all calls and visitors, identifies urgent matters and concerns that may require immediate or personal attention of state conservationist or Leadership Team. Determines when to refer cal...
  • 20 Days Ago

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BIOLOGIST / SOIL CONSERVATIONIST
  • US Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • Alexandria, LA FULL_TIME
  • Duties Implements policies provided by the conservation provisions of the Farm Bill. Reviews and prepares conservation plans and assessments using NRCS approved business tools. Ensures consistency and...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Management and Program Analyst
  • US Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • Alexandria, LA FULL_TIME
  • Duties Assists with reviews and analyses of functions/programs in support of Management Program activities. Utilizes program plans, operating budgets, and interviews to determine the continued effecti...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Senior Forestry Operations Manager
  • WISC
  • Madison, WI
  • Join the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources" Division of Forestry as a Forester-Senior Responsibilities Direct an...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Forester
  • City of Detroit
  • Detroit, MI
  • Associate Forester Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4179903) Apply ? Associate Forest...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Carpenter/ Wood worker
  • Express Employment Professionals
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Looking to hire an experienced carpenter/woodworker to assemble and install kitchen cabi...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Forester
  • Old northwest Timber & Habitat
  • Richland Center, WI
  • Job Description Job Description Summary This position as a forester with Old Northwest Timber & Habitat provides a very ...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Forester
  • PEAK Engineering LLC
  • Kalispell, MT
  • Job Description Job Description Perform presale timbersale layout, stream buffer flagging, timber cruising, stand exams,...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Forestry Operations Supervisor
  • City of Boulder (CO)
  • Boulder, CO
  • It's a great time to join the City of Boulder! Application Deadline: June 8, 2024 Hiring Range: 75,171.20 - 108,888.00 T...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Land Clearing and Forestry Operations Manager/ Estimator
  • Homer Companies
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Job Description Job Description As a Land Clearing and Forestry Operations Manager/ Estimator, your role involves overse...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Forester
  • Department Of Agriculture
  • Powers, OR
  • Summary This is an open and continuous announcement. See Additional Information section for more information. Applicatio...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico. The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast. The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
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Income Estimation for Forest and Conservation Worker jobs
$46,934 to $70,249

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