<p>Advertisement Closes</p> <p>5/27/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)</p> <p>25-02896</p> <p>Forestry Program Specialist</p> <p>Pay Grade 15</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>$3,845.56 - $5,768.44 Monthly</p> <p>Employment Type</p> <p>EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK</p> <p>Click here for more details on state employment.</p> <p>Hiring Agency</p> <p>Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources</p> <p>Location</p> <p>515 John P Rhody Lane</p> <p>Gilbertsville, KY 42044 USA</p> <p>The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.</p> <p>Description</p> <p>The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth's natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.</p> <p>If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx</p> <p>By joining the Division of Forestry/Forest Management Branch/Nursery Section as a Forestry Program Specialist in Marshall County, you will have the opportunity to significantly contribute to ensuring the programmatic integrity of the Tree Seedling Nursery Program, and the consistent delivery of services to the public. During the performance of your assigned duties, you will interact on a daily or weekly basis with section and branch employees, division program staff, as well as members of the general public.</p> <p>Holders of the Forestry Program Specialist position will complete tasks such as:</p> <ul> <li>Conducts and coordinates activities related to the harvesting, grading, packing, and shipping of tree seedlings to ensure quality control. </li><li>Collects and plants seeds, establishes and maintains improved seed orchards, monitors seedling health and vigor, and conducts field research on tree improvement. </li><li>Works with the division's state forest and forest health specialists (as well as other forest-related entities), on improving the growth and health of tree species important to Kentucky. </li><li>Maintains pesticide applicators license and applies pesticides to nursery property as needed. </li><li>Monitors soil condition and applies irrigation. </li><li>Participates in wildfire suppression, prevention, and prescribed fire and participates in all-risk emergency response as needed. </li></ul> <p>Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:</p> <ul> <li>The ability to work independently. </li><li>Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills. </li><li>Proficient knowledge and use of information technology. </li><li>The ability to plan, implement, and manage nursery work assignments and activities. </li></ul> <p>EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.</p> <p>EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in forestry, natural or physical science.</p> <p>EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of professional experience in forest products utilization, forest health, tree nursery and tree improvement, urban and community forestry, wildfire prevention and control, forest management stewardship assistance, natural resource management, conservation or four years of professional experience as a forester.</p> <p>Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in forestry or related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.</p> <p>Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in forest products utilization, forest health, nursery and tree improvement, urban and community forestry, wildfire prevention and control, forest management and stewardship assistance or related will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.</p> <p>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this job classification. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.</p> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>Work includes both administrative duties, which may involve frequent contact with field personnel and other agencies, and field duties which involve outdoor work at the tree nursery or forestlands in general. Working outdoors may occur during adverse weather conditions. A moderate amount of travel is required, in and out of state.</p> <p>Probationary Period</p> <p>This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.</p> <p>If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Joanna Phillips at joanna.phillips@ky.gov or 270.493.2795.</p> <p>An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D</p>