Forester II (Forest Products) - 3849 - Augusta (Acting Capacity)

FORESTER II

(FOREST PRODUCTS)

-ACTING CAPACITY-TEMPORARY POSITION

Opening Date:

July 01, 2025

Closing Date:

July 15, 2025

Location:

Augusta

Position #:

01715-3849

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time 

Class Code:

9452

Grade/Salary:

Grade 25 - $55,764.80 - $78,228.80 Per Year*
*(This includes the 2.5% Salary Adjustment)

The Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry, Maine Forest Service (MFS), has a current vacancy for a Forester II position in Maine. The position is being filled in an Acting capacity. 

The position is a Forest Products Utilization & Marketing Forester II to provide subject matter expertise to fulfill MFS’s mission of education, assistance, resource information and analyses to multiple audiences. 

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is professional forestry work involved in promoting informed decisions about Maine's forests to a wide variety of audiences, with a focus on forest products. Responsibilities of the position include:

• Provide technical services and training related to forest products to wood processors, mills, landowners, loggers, and foresters.


• Gather, track, analyze, and disseminate information and data regarding utilization and markets for wood and other forest products.


• Provide forest policy analyses to help support Maine's forest products economy.


• Collaborate with other agencies and entities to promote diverse forest products.


• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, informational materials, and correspondence about forest products and related resources.

The position collaborates closely with a team of MFS field and program staff. There is partial remote work flexibility with this position following DACF Telework guidelines and management approval.

For questions specific to the position, please email Morten Moesswilde at: [email protected]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field and four (4) years field experience involving inspection and supervision of harvesting operations, surveying, cruising, timber making, and general forest management planning. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Licensed as a Registered Professional Forester from the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Foresters.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following skills and abilities:

• Stewardship - broad knowledge and appreciation of the economic, ecological, and social values of Maine's forests, with specific familiarity and experience with the forest products supply chain, harvesting, wood procurement & processing.


• Analyst - ability to compile, interpret, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data using sophisticated methods to generate required and supplemental MFS reports.


• Collaborator - ability to work independently, within a team, and with outside entities.


• Initiative - identify needs, seek additional resources, and initiate efforts to address emerging issues, including new markets, mills, businesses, technologies and products.


• People person - ability to communicate easily, tactfully, and professionally with all audiences, from the forest industry to Maine's wider forest land use community. 


• Recorder/reporter - capable of preparing effective reports, assessments, and other documentation in written and electronic formats. 

A job offer to a new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver’s license check if applicable. Three professional references must be provided and made available at the interview.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter, and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and a current Resume before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.

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This is a temporary position that will have modified benefits to those listed below. For further clarification please contact Human Resources at: [email protected]

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. 


• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.  


• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. 


• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value). 


• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 13.29% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.  


• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 


• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 


• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. 


• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.


• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  


• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 


• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you.  Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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