Forestry Supervisor - Forest Management

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Forestry Supervisor - Forest Management

Salary

$56,345.82 - $99,024.26 Annually

Location

83 - STATEWIDE, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9396-0451-20260811STW

Department

0451 - FORESTRY COMMISSION

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

8/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$56,345.82

Agency Maximum Salary

$99,024.26

About the Agency

Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has been a leader in the protection, management, and sustainability of the state's forests for 100 years. The MFC provides expert management, protection, and information needed to keep Mississippi's approximately 19.2 million acres of forestland healthy, productive, and prosperous. For additional information, contact Brooke Hanna, Human Resources Director, shanna@mfc.ms.gov.

About the Position

Second-level Supervisory Forestry position accountable for directing a specific region of the statewide forestry program. Work at this level includes administrative, personnel, and budget management of a state forestry program in accordance with policies, rules, and regulations. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.
This position will have duties and responsibilities Statewide. The incumbent will report to the Forest Management Division Chief and will assist within the division but will be assigned primary oversight of multiple forest management programs. Programs include the state's forest health program, forest stewardship, and state and federal cost-share programs. This is a Non-State, (X-16) position.

What you'll need to be Successful

Integrity and Honesty: Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to the public trust through statements and actions. Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and promises. Demonstrates integrity by maintaining necessary confidentiality. Work Ethic: Is productive, diligent, conscientious, timely, and loyal. Conscientiously abides by the rules, regulations, and procedures governing work. Service Orientation: Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of experience and licensure as a Registered Forester. — Additional Hiring Agency Qualifications: Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits. Wellness BenefitsEmployees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion prog