Rural and Urban Forest Inventory Analyst

Natural Resources, Department of

Rural & Urban Forest Inventory Analyst 
Job Announcement Code(s): 13-00606

County(ies):	Dane
Classification Title: / JAC:   Job Working Title:	FORESTER-ADV 13-00606      Rural and Urban Forest Inventory Analyst
Type of Employment:	Full Time (40 hrs/week)
Salary:	Starting salary is between $22.062 and $33.000 per hour depending upon experience and qualifications, plus an excellent benefits package. This position is in pay schedule and pay range 15-03. A six month probationary period is required.
Contact:	Jamie O’Donnell, HR Specialist, 608-266-9236, JamieE.ODonnell@wisconsin.gov
Bargaining Unit:	Non-Represented
Area of Competition:	Open
Deadline to Apply:	3/11/2013
Exam Information:	55133 –  002  FORESTER-ADV   Preview Exam

The Department of Natural Resources is dedicated to the preservation, protection, effective management, and maintenance of Wisconsin’s natural resources. We are currently seeking a Rural and Urban Forest Inventory Analyst to join our team in the DNR Central Office in downtown Madison.

Job Duties:   

The Forestry Division Rural and Urban Forest Inventory Analyst leads program management and training for the statewide forest inventory and analysis program for the Division of Forestry. This position is the technical expert and thought leader for the Division in forest data collection and analysis, setting the pace for the Division through leadership, innovation, adaptation, best practices, and transfer of knowledge. The Rural and Urban Forest Inventory Analyst is a key internal and external consultant for staff, leadership, inter-divisional teams, partner groups, and forest products customers. This position maintains cutting-edge knowledge and expertise by staying abreast of current research and maintaining an effective professional network. The customer base for this position is Division staff, including three central office bureaus and four districts, as well as colleagues throughout the Department, and key partner groups and businesses, including corresponding programs in the US Forest Service, and other state agencies.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   

~ Knowledge of a variety of data collection and inventory tools, methods, protocols, and technologies including relevant hardware and software used in the collection and assessment of data.
~ Knowledge of statistical analysis of forest resource data.
~ Knowledge of forest resource characteristics and the ecological, social and economic services rural and urban forests provide.
~ Familiarity with geographical information systems (GIS) and the related tools and supporting software.
~ Familiarity with business pattern data and census data.
~ Familiarity with the use of input output models for estimating economic impacts of program and industry benefits to the states economy.

How To Apply:   

Apply Online! Preview the exam by clicking the Preview Exam link at the top of this page and prepare your responses in a word processing document. Your response to the questions is the examination and will be used to determine your eligibility for this vacancy. Your resume will only be used to clarify your responses to the exam. Once you have completed your response to the examination, follow the steps below: 

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• Application materials will be evaluated and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. 

• Transfer applicants may apply by emailing a resume and cover letter relating their experience to this position to: jamiee.odonnell@wisconsin.gov.

• The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all job applicants and employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.