Working with the State Lands management team involves a wide and exciting range of opportunities, from field forestry to recreation project management to trail building. Below are current opportunities available in the State Lands program.
Full-time Positions
There are no full-time positions available at this time.
Temporary and Seasonal Positions
Forestry Specialists
$19.20/hour
We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented and tech savvy field technician to assist with entry-level Forestry work on state lands in Vermont. Employment runs approximately from May through November, but exact dates may be flexible depending on candidate. State fleet vehicles are available, and their use is preferable, but use of personal vehicle may be required on occasion, with mileage reimbursed. Project duties may include forest inventory, timber sale marking, boundary line marking, road and trail maintenance, kiosk and gate installation and maintenance, invasive plant management, hazard tree removal, trailhead maintenance, trail project oversight, road and trail assessments, wildlife habitat improvement, and data management. The selected candidate will work with the State Land staff to create a work plan and execute identified projects. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed forester or forest recreation specialist. Positions are being hired in four district offices: Barre, Rutland, St. Johnsbury and Essex Junction. Hours per year range from 960-1280.
Forestry Specialist I - Full Position Description (pdf)
To apply, visit https://careers.vermont.gov/job-invite/52122/. Applications accepted until the positions are filled.