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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Skillbridge Active-Duty Conservation Crew Member
Position Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/16/2025
Location: Croatan National Forest - New Bern, North Carolina
Benefits: Relevant certifications, on-the-job training, and more
Program Summary
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service and Conservation Corps of North Carolina (CCNC) have partnered to create an Active-Duty Conservation Corps Program in North Carolina. The program trains active-duty military personnel for a career in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) United States Forest Service (USFS) and other public land management agencies through the SkillBridge Program of the Department of Defense (DoD) Transition Assistance Program.
Graduates of the Active-Duty Conservation Corps will be qualified for USFS jobs and given support, guidance and encouragement to apply for them. USFS positions offer opportunities for veterans to continue service to their country by managing more than 193 million acres of our nation’s most magnificent lands. USFS members protect the freshwater millions of Americans drink, manage the country’s renewable resources, and preserve the beauty of America’s landscapes. Veterans in the USFS can often count their service toward annual leave accrual and enjoy other unique benefits.
Participants will be part of a four-member crew that will work on forest management projects including fuels reduction, fire line construction, vegetation management, and various other forestry practices. The program will provide education, certifications, and on-the-job experience that will help participants pursue a variety of natural resource management careers. Expect to be in the field completing these on-the-ground projects the entirety of the program with ride-alongs, education days, and trainings dispersed throughout.
Program Partners
Conservation Corps North Carolina (CCNC) - CCNC is a program of Conservation Legacy, a national service corps that empowers and trains veterans and young adults to be the next generation of natural resource leaders. CCNC gives participants opportunities to do meaningful work that preserves our land and water and creates healthy, resilient communities.
United States Forest Service (USFS) – The mission of the USFS is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The National Forests in North Carolina (NFsNC) leadership strong supports this program.
Department of Defense – This crew will be a SkillBridge program of the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Transition Assistance Programs (TAPs). The program will engage active-duty military in the last 180 days of the service as they transition to civilian life.
Program participants will train in multiple resource areas with the USFS including the following:
Location
The program will be based on the Croatan National Forest of North Carolina with some project work in the Uwharrie National Forest of North Carolina. when the crew is assigned to Uwharrie National Forest, camping and overnight stays in USFS provided lodging will be required.
Position Dates
January 27th, 2025 through May 16th 2025
Compensation: Participants earn their existing salary through Department of Defense. Salary/Compensation is issued through service member’s existing department.
Status: Full time, Seasonal
Benefits
Qualifications
Position Work Schedule
Crew members will live, train, and work together as a team. Project work and schedules will vary depending on season. The base schedule will be 4 days on, 3 days off with 10 hour work days Monday-Thursday. While working in the Uwharrie National Forest, it is required for members to camp or stay in provided lodging. Food will be provided during these overnight projects.
Training
The program will begin an intensive two weeks of training focused on forest management certifications and USFS leadership skills. Informal training will continue throughout the term with on-the-ground skills training that will include things like tool maintenance, plant identification, and an overview of the USFS and other public land management agencies.
Supplies and Equipment
Crew members must supply their own personal outdoor gear equipment such as day pack, rain jacket, and work pants. CCNC and USFS will provide tools, food, group field equipment (i.e water jugs), transportation to and from base camp to project locations, and Personal Protection Equipment (i.e., Nomex pants and shirt, neck and face covering, fire-rated work boots, helmet, leather gloves.)
Essential Responsibilities and Functions
Physical/Outdoor Skills and Fitness Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Safety and Judgement Requirements
Participant Behavior Expectations
Complexity/Problem Solving
Responsibility/Oversight
Communications/Interpersonal Contacts
Environmental Ethics
CCNC is a drug-free organization. Alcohol and illegal substances are prohibited while participating in program activities and on CCNC, USFS, and program partner property.
"Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager."
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