Forest Program Specialist

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Forest Program Specialist

Salary

$69,086.00 - $104,959.00 Annually

Location

Columbia County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-56816-54414

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Fors Hlth Div

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

9/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

54414

Position Number

00039349

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

B3

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00388160

Bureau / Division

Forest Health Division

Worksite Address

16 Weiser Lane

City

Aristes, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17920

Contact Name

Christine Adkins

Contact Phone

717.772.5921

Contact Email

chadkins@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
The Forest Program Specialist position with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is an exciting opportunity to help protect Pennsylvania's natural resources. In this role, you will support programs that monitor and address forest health challenges across multiple regions. You will work closely with experts and partners who share your interest in environmental stewardship. This job allows you to build a rewarding career focused on improving the health and resilience of the state's forests.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports forest health efforts across several districts by leading surveys, coordinating suppression activities, and guiding statewide programs. As a Forest Program Specialist, you will perform the following duties:Survey Coordination: Conduct surveys to identify forest pest levels and prepare maps and reportsProgram Planning: Develop objectives for forest health activities based on data and evaluationsTraining Support: Organize and present forest health training for personnel and cooperatorsProject Oversight: Guide suppression projects by reviewing proposals and coordinating resourcesCollaboration Efforts: Work with agencies, researchers, and partners to address forest health issuesData Management: Manage field data systems and assist with statewide data coordinationInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Aristes. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.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
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Two years of experience as a Forester (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Go