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Forester (Fire)

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

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A master's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree. * Applicants will be ...

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Forester (Fire)

Halifax, PA · Hybrid

$51K - $79K/yr

A bachelor's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or * A master's degree ...

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Forester (Fire)

Hazleton, PA · Hybrid

$51K - $79K/yr

A bachelor's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or * A master's degree ...

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Forester (Fire)

Hazleton, PA · Hybrid

$51K - $79K/yr

A bachelor's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or * A master's degree ...

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Forester (Fire)

Halifax, PA · Hybrid

$51K - $79K/yr

A bachelor's degree in forest technology, forestry, forest management, forest ecosystem management, urban forestry, forest science, agroforestry, or a related forestry degree; or * A master's degree ...

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Agroforestry Technician

Agroforestry Technician

Central State University

Wilberforce, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 hours ago

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
0801808
Classification Title
Agroforestry Technician
Working Title
Department
JWG 1890 Land-Grant
Department Contact Email
srichardson2@centralstate.edu
Job Summary/Basic Function
Job Summary:
The Agroforestry Technician is a 3-year, grant-funded role to assist with a NIFA 1890 Capacity-Building Grant project to design, install, and maintain a research and demonstration agroforestry farm on Central State University's campus in Wilberforce, OH. The technician will work closely with Extension and Research professionals to develop, implement, and maintain a healthy, agroforestry ecosystem. Due to the nature of the tasks, this position requires in-person presence and will report to work Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.at the Central State University main campus in Wilberforce, Ohio. Remote options are not available for this role. CONTINUATION OF THIS POSITION IS EXPECTED TO 10/31/2028; HOWEVER, IT IS CONTINGENT ON THE ANNUAL REVIEW AND RENEWAL OF FEDERAL FUNDING.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist with agroforestry site design and project planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain necessary systems for research and demonstration plot management, including irrigation and trellising.
• Assist with design and installation of pest-exclusion methods
• Work with agroforestry installation contractor to install plantings and plant protection hardware (tree tubes, electric fencing, etc.)
• Daily maintenance of the research and demonstration site, and other on-campus agroforestry plantings, including, but not limited to, mowing, tree pruning, pest management, removing undesirable trees, and similar tasks.
• Harvest crops as they become available.
• Work with CSU staff, faculty and students to collect and interpret data, assisting with the production of research and Extension publications related to agroforestry.
• Help project leaders organize and host field days onsite.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
• Associate's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Agroforestry, or a related field; OR equivalent work experience in tree crop agricultural systems
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and record keeping skills
• Ability to successfully work with people at all organizational levels and diverse backgrounds
• Ability to plan and maintain a flexible work schedule, including evening and weekend work to meet time demands and/or special needs of program management.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds
• Valid U.S. driver's license
• Proficient in the use of desktop publishing, word processing, and data processing software.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Agroforestry, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a research setting
• At least 2 years of work experience on a working orchard, tree farm, nursery, or similar tree-focused agricultural operation.
Posting Date
04/07/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.
Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.
Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.
Position Category
Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary
Commensurate with experience

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