Stephen F. Austin State University

Lead Colorado’s Forestry Efforts as a Forest Monitoring Crew Leader!

The Colorado State Forest Service is hiring a Forest Monitoring Crew Leader to oversee field data collection and support long-term monitoring projects across Colorado’s diverse landscapes. This role is vital in ensuring accurate forest assessments that inform wildfire risk mitigation and forest restoration efforts. Apply Now!

Location: Based in Fort Collins, CO, with extensive travel throughout the state.

Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 (based on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a seasonal technician crew, ensuring safety and efficiency in the field. Conduct forest measurements, including tree and vegetation data, fuel loading assessments, and land ownership evaluations. Assist in planning and implementing long-term monitoring projects for wildfire risk mitigation. Utilize GIS software, GPS units, and forestry tools to navigate and collect data. Operate 4WD vehicles, UTVs, and ATVs to access remote monitoring plots. Hike through challenging terrain at elevations ranging from 3,500 to 12,000 feet while carrying up to 60 lbs. of field gear. Work closely with leadership to expand monitoring initiatives and analyze collected data. Position Details:

Term: 2-year position, with potential for permanency based on funding. Schedule: Extensive travel during field season (Monday–Thursday trips, with some 8-day rotations). Lodging & Per Diem: Covered travel expenses, including hotels or car camping as needed. Why Choose Colorado State Forest Service?

We not only value our forests; we also value our employees. Joining our team comes with incredible benefits:

Identity Wear Stipend: Elevate your professional image with a stipend for personalized wear. Work-Life Harmony: Achieve optimal work-life integration through tailored and flexible scheduling options. Connectivity Privilege: Stay seamlessly connected with either a cell phone allowance or a provided work cell. Premium Healthcare Benefits: Prioritize your well-being with access to exclusive and comprehensive healthcare benefits. Time-Off: Recharge with 15 days of sick leave and 24 days of annual leave. Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with a remarkable 12% employer contribution to your retirement plan. Educational Empowerment: Receive 9 hours of education credits annually through CSU. Assistance Program: Access premium well-being resources through our Employee Assistance Program. Professional Development: Enhance your skills through personalized professional training opportunities facilitated by CSU. Tuition Privileges for Family: Secure your family's future with 50% off tuition for children, partner, and spouse. Relocation Support Package: Facilitate a smooth transition with our moving expense allowance. Community Leadership Initiative: Give back to your community with paid administrative leave dedicated to volunteering. How to Apply:

If you’re ready to make an impact and help shape the future of Colorado’s forests, apply today!

For full consideration, applications must be received no later than 11:59pm MT on March 10, 2025. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or greater) in Forestry, Forest Ecology, Botany, or a Natural Resources program option will be considered. Three years/seasons of field experience which must include: At least 1 year/season of supervisory field experience -At least 1 year/season of forestry-specific field experience -At least 2 years/seasons of natural resource field experience Familiarity with FVS software and handheld data recorders. Analytical and technical skills related to various GIS software packages and GIS databases, including importing shapefiles and buffering, clipping, and intersecting layers. Experience in road and backcountry navigation using topographical maps, aerial photos, and GPS units. Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States before the employment start date; Colorado State Forest Service will not sponsor a visa for this position.