Forest Resilience Program Specialist (Forest Program Specialist)

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Forest Resilience Program Specialist (Forest Program Specialist)

Salary

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Multi-County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-48016-54414

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Rural and Cmy Forstry

Opening Date

04/22/2026

Closing Date

5/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

54414

Position Number

50699432

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

B3

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00388185

Bureau / Division

Rural and Community Forestry Section

Worksite Address

See work schedule and additional information section

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

RA-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Join a dedicated team that is shaping the future of Pennsylvania’s forests and fuel your passion for conservation. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is looking for a Forest Resilience Program Specialist to play a key role in efforts aimed at sustaining, restoring, and protecting our vital forest ecosystems. In this position, you will advocate for the economic, ecological, and social advantages of trees while enhancing the health and livability of communities in rural, urban, and agricultural areas throughout the state. If you are passionate about conservation and eager to make a meaningful impact on the long-term resilience of our natural landscapes, this is your chance to contribute—apply today and help our forests flourish.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will spearhead the Bureau’s initiative aimed at enhancing the resilience of private forests throughout Pennsylvania. Your primary focus will be on tackling significant issues like climate change, invasive species, and other stressors affecting forests. This involves shaping policies, offering technical guidance, and supporting programs related to ecosystem products and services, particularly forest carbon. Additionally, you will seek ways to incorporate new programs, technologies, and innovations into current wood products markets and educational resources. A key aspect of your role will be to effectively communicate the importance of forestry and its associated products and services as viable solutions to pressing environmental, economic, and social issues. To excel in this role, you will need a solid understanding of forest management, ecosystem services, stewardship incentives for private landowners, adult education, forest health and resilience, the impacts of climate change on forests, climate mitigation strategies, and carbon markets.Interested 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.Occasional travel and overtime is required to work with partners and field staff. This position has the option of reporting to either of the below headquarters locations:Rachel Carson State Office Building: 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101Moshannon Forest District: 3372 State Park Road, Penfield, PA 15849Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from h