Stephen F. Austin State University

Job Description Assist with developing annual budget request and work plan assuring alignment with Agency priorities and then oversee implementation to accomplish objectives. Conduct forest management activities on private and state land through forest inventory and implementation of recommended prescriptions including timber sale preparation and administration, use of prescribed burns, exotic plant control, tree planting and coordination with other Divisions. Coordinates and writes management plans. Leads, delegates, and oversees projects with other staff on forestry management projects on private land. Manages response to public use conflicts and management complaints. Periodically assists with maintenance duties on Conservation Areas, such as, boundary marking, hazard tree mitigation, trail maintenance, contract writing and contract supervision. Assist communities and land owners with management of their forests through plan development, site visits, grant and recognition programs, timber sale assistance, cost share assistance, wildlife habitat projects, etc. Conduct community forestry and arboriculture training/workshops/presentations for a wide variety of internal and external stakeholder audiences. Collaborate with developers to assist in the design of conservation friendly developments. Diagnose insect and disease problems on trees and provide control recommendations to municipalities, commercial enterprises, homeowners, and the general public. Disseminate information regarding forest management, improving tree health, tree planting, care and maintenance to the general public through phone, email, and in person discussions. Prepare and present programs to the general public through a variety of media. Provide assistance to wood industries trying to locate and purchase logs, wood products and/or markets for materials they have. Carry out management, budget compliance, and purchase of equipment and supplies. Attend meetings, training and conferences to continue professional development. Conduct wildfire detection, prevention, and suppression duties. Oversees the work of employees with local fire departments on the Federal Excess Property and the Fire Fighter programs. Oversee the inventory of federal property held by fire departments and screens fire department requests for new equipment. Operate and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, dozers, and tractors.