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Vistant

Material Handler

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Material Handlers at the Joint Pathology Center handle pathology samples, manage inventory of ... Work at the Forest Glenn Annex warehouse facility in Silver Spring, MD. * Shall perform services ...

Vistant Corp

Material Handler

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Material Handlers at the Joint Pathology Center handle pathology samples, manage inventory of ... Work at the Forest Glenn Annex warehouse facility in Silver Spring, MD. * Shall perform services ...

SavATree LLC

Plant Health Care Specialist

Sterling, VA · On-site

A Degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turf-grass, or similar experience. * Tree/Plant Identification ...

SavATree LLC

Plant Health Care Specialist

Rockville, MD · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

A Degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turf-grass, or similar experience preferred. * The ...

Savatree

Plant Health Care Specialist

Rockville, MD · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

A Degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Landscape Management, Turf-grass, or similar experience preferred. * The ...

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How much do forest pathologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for forest pathologist in Washington is $282,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $230,500.00 and $340,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Forest Pathologist job?

A Forest Pathologist is a scientist who studies diseases affecting trees and forest ecosystems. They identify pathogens like fungi, bacteria, and viruses that harm forests and develop strategies to manage and prevent these diseases. Their work involves field research, laboratory analysis, and collaborating with foresters to maintain forest health. They often work for government agencies, research institutions, or private companies focused on forestry and conservation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Forest Pathologist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Forest Pathologist, you need a solid background in plant pathology, forestry, microbiology, and typically a graduate degree in a related field. Familiarity with diagnostic laboratory equipment, GIS mapping software, and scientific data analysis tools is often required, along with relevant certifications in forestry or plant health. Strong analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with land managers and research teams. These competencies ensure accurate disease identification, informed management recommendations, and the preservation of forest ecosystems.

What are the typical daily tasks and responsibilities of a Forest Pathologist?

Forest Pathologists spend their days conducting field surveys to identify tree diseases, collecting and analyzing samples in the laboratory, and documenting the spread of pathogens. They regularly collaborate with forest managers, researchers, and government agencies to develop disease prevention and management strategies. You might also prepare technical reports, present research findings, and participate in training or outreach activities. This variety ensures a balance between fieldwork, lab analysis, and communication, making the role dynamic and impactful for forest health.

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FY27: Speech Pathologist, Rock Creek Forest ES, 0.9 FTE

FY27: Speech Pathologist, Rock Creek Forest ES, 0.9 FTE

Montgomery County (VA) Public Schools

Chevy Chase, MD • On-site

$1.8K - $2.3K/wk

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Montgomery County Public Schools (Virginia) rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

213th of 617 rated elementary and secondary schools

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FY27: Speech Pathologist, Rock Creek Forest ES, 0.9 FTE

The primary responsibilities include screening, evaluating and providing appropriate services to students with communication disorders (articulation, voice, language, fluency) that affect educational performance. Also included in the responsibilities is consultation with teachers and parents and participation in Individualized Education Program (IEP) team meetings.

Physical demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Special requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Knowledge, skills, abilities: Ability to screen, evaluate, diagnose, and remediate communication disorders of students, birth to twenty-one years of age; ability to develop and implement appropriate goals and objectives for each individual student and to select and utilize therapeutic materials effectively with individuals and small groups of students. Good communication and human relations skills needed in order to implement consultative programs through classroom teachers and parents and to work effectively and cooperatively as a member of the local school or site-based team. Good writing and organizational skills needed to formulate concise clinical reports, develop IEPs and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and to maintain complete longitudinal records for each student.

Education, training, experience: Masters or equivalency in speech-language pathology; course work and demonstrated knowledge and expertise in working with communication disorders, including significant expertise in evaluation and therapeutic techniques; experience working cooperatively with professionals in related disciplines; demonstrated skill in working with parents (i.e., parent counseling, parent training, etc.); excellent oral and written communication skills, and human relations skills. Or other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.

Certificate, license: Speech pathologists hired after October 1, 2007, are required to hold the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) license or be eligible for a provisional license. Speech pathologists hired prior to October 1, 2007 may hold Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification in speech-language pathology OR the Maryland State DHMH License. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) desirable or CFY (Clinical Fellowship Year) eligible.

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