Resource Technician (Technologists & Technicians)

Full Time

  State of Missouri

  Salem, Missouri, United States

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervises and schedules work for a group of two to four salaried and temporary employees to carry out a combination of technical and general activities assigned by the supervising forester; responsible for technical forest management activities on private and public land, compiles records, reports and project invoices for forwarding to the offices; monitors quality of work and progress of subordinates and contractors; responds to wildfires and works with local fire departments; assists in establishing general work priorities and participates in annual work planning and budgeting; participates in the training and development of Resource Aides and Assistants; and performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of experience in forestry work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

An Associates degree in Forestry Technology is desirable.

Special Ability Requirements

Ability to: 

  • Obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License within six months of employment. 
  • Work independently and adapt to a variety of job situations involving long hours, hazardous conditions and difficult circumstances. 
  • Supervise and train others. 
  • Operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner, i.e., 1-ton goose neck, tractors, pickups, chain saw, ATV and power tools. 
  • Obtain a herbicide license, and apply herbicides safely and efficiently. 
  • Keep an accurate record of supplies and services. 
  • Perform minor mechanical repairs on vehicles and equipment. 
  • Work outdoors in extreme hot and cold temperatures. 
  • Provide annual budget estimate needs and to coordinate and track expenditures. 
  • Work Saturdays, Sundays and holidays when Department priorities dictate the need, such as periods of high fire danger, manipulate water control structures during flood events, CWD testing, and other duties assigned. 
  • Use provided computer technology to enhance the quality of work and programs. 
  • Develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions that make improvements. 
  • Lift up to 50 pounds.

Exemption Status/Special Notes

  • This position has been determined to be nonexempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time off in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department’s Compensatory Time Off and Overtime policy. 
  • Smoking is prohibited in all owned, rented or leased Department of Conservation offices, buildings, and similar facilities, in Department aircraft, and in vehicles. 
  • The Department of Conservation will hire only United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment. 
  • Candidates seeking initial employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment. 
  • All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.

Compensation

Salary Range: $25452 - $44712.

Beginning Salary: $25,452 - $27,516 depending upon qualification.