State Forester/Director of Forestry Services
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Okgov · Oklahoma CountyPart-timeOn-site2d ago
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up to $112,459.00 annuallyJob DescriptionThe annual pay for this position is up to $112,459.00 based on education and experience.This position serves as the director of the State Forestry Division. This position is responsible for the planning and development of State Forestry programs and will be the primary point of contact for wildfire management activities in the state.Typical Functions:Plan, develop and direct Oklahoma State Forestry programs for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.Oversee and coordinate the implementation of state and federal resource grants and initiatives.Maintain, coordinate and promote statewide role in wildland fire prevention, mitigation, detection and suppression, providing direction to all forestry division employees.Develop and maintain collaborations and partnerships with organizations, providing guidance on resource management and protection.Monitor and communicate Oklahoma's wildland fire dangers and related activities.Provide input on legislation related to Forestry and wildfire management services and coordinate all legislative dialogue with the ODAFF legislative liaison.Maintain Division Incident Management Team ensuring NWCG qualified staff, personnel development and implementing effective changes as needed.Plan, coordinate and direct field inspection and investigation activities; conduct assessments of staffing needs, assignment of work and effective use of staff.Review reports, recommendations, complaints and other information and directs or coordinates further action as needed, including coordination with other state, local or federal officials.Interpret state and federal laws and regulations concerning program requirements; advise appropriate directors and others as needed in emergency situations.Prepare program budget recommendations and supportive data for inclusion in agency budget; maintain program records and reports.Represent the agency or the state at public and intergovernmental meetings concerning program responsibilities; plans public relations and educational activities to promote public awareness of agricultural issues, products, services and programs.Establish overall direction for division and its programs; sets goals and objectives; coordinates strategic program planning in the Forestry Services Division; evaluates division operations and programs and recommends improvements.Coordinate development and maintenance of policies and procedures for division operations and programs.Provide input, as needed, into the agency's rule-making process within the Forestry Services Division.NOTE: No substitution will be allowed for the required supervisory experience.Vision insurance
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Job Posting Title State Forester/Director of Forestry Services Agency 040 DEPT OF AGRICULTURE FOOD & FORESTRY Supervisory Organization Agriculture, Food, & Forestry--Argiculture Building Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular
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