DCNR Ranger – Neshaminy State Park

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Park Ranger at Neshaminy State Park. As a DCNR Ranger, your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks involving public service, safety, and law enforcement within Neshaminy State Park.

Deadline to apply is March 22, 2024.

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Forest Carbon Planner

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Forest Carbon Planner. This position provides assistance and information to the State Forester’s office, Divisions, and Bureau field offices by: assisting in the development and implementation of forest management and strategic plans; coordinating the bureau’s carbon projects and program; collating and interpreting forest inventories, statistics, and public/stakeholder input; coordinating forest planning activities with other agencies and within the Bureau; reviewing and commenting on proposed legislation/regulations/policies/research affecting forest management and State Forest lands; coordinating state forest environmental reviews for projects affecting State Forest lands; and conducting support activities for the development and maintenance of other projects regarding the management of State Forest lands.

Deadline to apply is March 22, 2024.

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Land Conservation Planner

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Land Conservation Planner. This position provides assistance and information to the State Forester’s office, Divisions, and Bureau field offices by: assisting in the development and implementation of forest management and strategic plans; coordinating the bureau’s land acquisitions program; collating and interpreting forest inventories, statistics, and public/stakeholder input; coordinating forest planning activities with other agencies and within the Bureau; reviewing and commenting on proposed legislation/regulations/policies/research affecting forest management and State Forest lands; coordinating state forest environmental reviews for projects affecting State Forest lands; and conducting support activities for the development and maintenance of other projects regarding the management of State Forest lands.

Deadline to apply is March 22, 2024.

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Sustainable Forest Certification Planner

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Sustainable Forest Certification Planner. This position provides assistance and information to the State Forester’s office, Divisions, and Bureau field offices by: assisting in the development and implementation of forest management and strategic plans; coordinating the bureau’s sustainable forest certification program; collating and interpreting forest inventories, statistics, and public/stakeholder input; coordinating forest planning activities with other agencies and within the Bureau; reviewing and commenting on proposed legislation/regulations/policies/research affecting forest management and State Forest lands; coordinating state forest environmental reviews for projects affecting State Forest lands; and conducting support activities for the development and maintenance of other projects regarding the management of State Forest lands.

Deadline to apply is March 22, 2024.

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Forest District Manager – William Penn Forest District

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Forest District Manager. As the Forest District Manager, you are expected to have skills and experience as a leader, a professional forester, and as a natural resource manager. You will be responsible for providing planning, management, direction, coordination, and leadership in the Forest District. You will interact and cooperate with surrounding forest district managers, other natural resource management agencies, county and local governments, and other stakeholders located within the forest district. You will implement the bureau’s strategic, management, and other appropriate plans, as well as determine and monitor the district’s internal structure, ensuring its efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, you will develop program objectives for your district, plan the district’s operating budget, and delegate responsibility to the staff you supervise. 

Deadline to apply is March 20, 2024.

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Forester – Forbes Forest District

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Forester to work in the Forbes Forest District. Your role will involve supporting district managers in the creation, organization, execution, and assessment of recreational programs to guarantee the safe utilization of forest resources in the Forbes Forest District. Additionally, you will work closely with different recreational user groups, associations, and Forest District personnel to enrich recreational facilities. Your duties will include overseeing volunteer initiatives aimed at enhancing recreational infrastructure and streamlining event coordination. You will have the task of evaluating and upkeeping recreation facilities, such as trails, signs, and safety measures. You will coordinate initiatives to tackle safety issues, restore existing infrastructure, and promote the recreational use of the state forest. 

Deadline to apply is March 20, 2024.

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DCNR Park Resource Ranger – Codorus State Park

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Park Resource Ranger at Codorus State Park. In the role of a DCNR Park Resource Ranger, responsibilities include ensuring public safety within Codorus State Park Complex. You will meet with park visitors to answer questions regarding park facilities, recreational schedules, park history, and surrounding area. Additionally, you will patrol the park area by various motorized vehicles, bicycle, and on foot. Responsibilities will include explaining park rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to park visitors and special interest groups. You will inform Park Manager or DCNR Ranger if visitor actions require law enforcement actions. You will also administer first aid to injured park visitors.

Deadline to apply is March 20, 2024.

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Forest Technician

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Forest Technician who is passionate about our local forests and loves spending time outdoors. Your role will involve supporting initiatives aimed at conserving forests and promoting responsible use of forest resources. Additionally, you will contribute to the preservation and management of indigenous plant life. Working closely with a forester or crew leader, you will follow established forest inventory sampling protocols outlined in field manuals developed by the resource inventory and monitoring section. This data collection is crucial for monitoring the overall condition, growth, and well-being of state forest lands, and it supports various programs within the Bureau of Forestry. 

Deadline to apply is March 19, 2024.

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Natural Resource Program Supervisor

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Natural Resource Program Supervisor. In this role, your main responsibility will be to oversee the Minerals Data and Financial Management Section in the Minerals Division of the Bureau of Forestry, which falls under the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Your role will involve providing leadership and supervision for data systems management, compliance, accounting, and auditing of oil and gas leases issued by the Commonwealth on state forest, state park, publicly owned streambeds, and other Commonwealth-owned lands managed by the Department of General Services. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing and analyzing complex natural gas production and financial data related to Pennsylvania’s geologic resource contracts, as well as overseeing audits conducted under the terms of those leases.

Deadline to apply is March 19, 2024.

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DCNR Park Resource Ranger – Parker Dam State Park Complex

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Park Resource Ranger at the Parker Dam State Park Complex. As a Park Resource Ranger, DCNR, your primary role will involve ensuring the safety and well-being of park visitors at Parker Dam State Park Complex. Some of your responsibilities will be inspecting park buildings, facilities, and grounds to identify and address any safety hazards promptly. In addition, you will perform traffic control, conduct beach and playground inspections, and post safety zones as required. Your duties will also include providing information to park visitors about park facilities, services, nearby state parks, and offering emergency care and assistance when necessary. 

Deadline to apply is March 19, 2024.

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