This is the second class in the Forestry Assistant series. Positions in this class coordinate and perform paraprofessional technical forest management work typically in a multiple work area within a region, state forest or forestry center. Performs work of considerable difficulty which involves participating in projects in multiple work areas by directing, leading and coordinating paraprofessional technical forest management work and by supporting employees engaged in accomplishing forestry projects. Positions are responsible for entire aerial spray program coordination in multiple work areas. Positions are expected to develop methods and procedures to accomplish tasks or follow existing criteria and practices.
Work affects the general public, landowners, the forest industry and the state's forest resources.
Effective job performance ensures the protection and maintenance of state forests and positively impacts the economic state of the forestry industry. Failure to provide forest management, and fire prevention, suppression, and investigation could result in a loss of forest resources and of credibility of the agency. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience. This class replaces the Forestry Technician class.