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Location : Clinton County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Limited Term Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2024-80766-54140
Department: Game Commission
Division: GC Forst Mgmt
Opening Date: 04/05/2024
Closing Date: 4/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 54140
Position Number: 50270194
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: B1
Pay Group: ST05
Bureau / Division Code: 00239320
Bureau / Division: GC Forst Mgmt
Worksite Address: 686 Bald Eagle Mountain Road
City: Mill Hall, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17751
Contact Name: Julie Toth
Contact Phone: 717.787.7836
Contact Email: gamevacancybids@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Would you like to participate in the management and protection of wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations? The Pennsylvania Game Commission is hiring a 3 Year, limited-term, Forest Technician to help support this mission. Gain valuable experience and participate in an innovative and proactive stewardship of wildlife and their habitats by joining our team.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Forest Technician, you will provide technical support and assistance to regional forestry staff in State Game Lands. Your primary focus will be forest habitat management activities promoting young forest conditions. This includes surveying and marking boundaries of timber sales, herbicide areas, and other forest habitat treatments. You also will have the opportunity to assist foresters in data collection for stand analysis, sale layouts, and other management activities. You will also be responsible for maintaining tools and equipment used in daily operations.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Condition of Employment-Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred associate's degree or higher, or are you within three months of conferring an associate's degree or higher, in forest technology?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
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If you do not have a conferred associate's degree or higher, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
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Have you completed at least 60 semester college credits which includes completion of 12 semester college credits in forestry? (Acceptable forestry coursework must include at least the following: one course in dendrology; one course in forest measurements, surveying, or mensuration; and one course in forest ecosystems management, forest ecology, or silviculture).
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PERFORMS TIMBER STAND ANALYSIS
Performs timber stand analysis under the direction of a forester by compiling and analyzing data such as timber type, timber vitality, timber measurements, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat and conditions, recreational use, and insect and disease mortality.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/trainin...
Location : Clinton County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Limited Term Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2024-80766-54140
Department: Game Commission
Division: GC Forst Mgmt
Opening Date: 04/05/2024
Closing Date: 4/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 54140
Position Number: 50270194
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: B1
Pay Group: ST05
Bureau / Division Code: 00239320
Bureau / Division: GC Forst Mgmt
Worksite Address: 686 Bald Eagle Mountain Road
City: Mill Hall, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17751
Contact Name: Julie Toth
Contact Phone: 717.787.7836
Contact Email: gamevacancybids@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Would you like to participate in the management and protection of wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations? The Pennsylvania Game Commission is hiring a 3 Year, limited-term, Forest Technician to help support this mission. Gain valuable experience and participate in an innovative and proactive stewardship of wildlife and their habitats by joining our team.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Forest Technician, you will provide technical support and assistance to regional forestry staff in State Game Lands. Your primary focus will be forest habitat management activities promoting young forest conditions. This includes surveying and marking boundaries of timber sales, herbicide areas, and other forest habitat treatments. You also will have the opportunity to assist foresters in data collection for stand analysis, sale layouts, and other management activities. You will also be responsible for maintaining tools and equipment used in daily operations.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 40 hours per week.
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- An associate's degree in forest technology; or
- Completion of equivalent formal education in forestry.
Conditions of Employment:
- You must possess a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Condition of Employment-Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
- Yes
- No
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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you possess a conferred associate's degree or higher, or are you within three months of conferring an associate's degree or higher, in forest technology?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
- Yes
- No
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If you do not have a conferred associate's degree or higher, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
05
Have you completed at least 60 semester college credits which includes completion of 12 semester college credits in forestry? (Acceptable forestry coursework must include at least the following: one course in dendrology; one course in forest measurements, surveying, or mensuration; and one course in forest ecosystems management, forest ecology, or silviculture).
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
- Yes
- No
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our
- Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PERFORMS TIMBER STAND ANALYSIS
Performs timber stand analysis under the direction of a forester by compiling and analyzing data such as timber type, timber vitality, timber measurements, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat and conditions, recreational use, and insect and disease mortality.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience performing timber stand analysis under the direction of a forester by COMPILING AND ANALYZING data such as timber type, timber vitality, timber measurements, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat conditions, recreational use, and insect and disease mortality.
- B. I have experience performing timber stand analysis under the direction of a forester by COMPILING data such as timber type, timber vitality, timber measurements, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat conditions, recreational use, and insect and disease mortality; but I HAVE NOT ANALYZED this data.
- C. I have experience performing timber stand analysis under the direction of a forester by ANALYZING data such as timber type, timber vitality, timber measurements, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat conditions, recreational use, and insect and disease mortality; but I HAVE NOT COMPILED such data.
- D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to forest measurement or dendrology.
- E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- What specific duties did you perform while compiling data.
- What specific duties did you perform while analyzing data.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/trainin...
