New Job Forestry Research Assistant In Kentucky

Job Title

Forestry Research Assistant

Requisition Number

RE39850

Working Title

Department Name

81090:Forestry and Natural Resources

Work Location

Eastern Kentucky, Eastern Tennessee

Grade Level

40

Salary Range

$15.00-24.02/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

Lifting up to 50 lbs; walking/hiking.

Shift

Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Job Summary

The College of Agriculture Food and Environment, department of Forestry and Natural Resources seeks a Forestry Research Assistant. The Forestry Research Assistant will work closely with Green Forest Works staff and other project partners to manage current planting projects, secure additional partners to expand reforestation opportunities on mine lands, and work with private landowners, coal operators, state and federal agencies, conservation/environmental groups, and other partners on the planning, design and implementation of projects. For more information on the department of Forestry and Natural Resources click here . The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is an inclusive and welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky … Click Here .

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Experience with geographic information systems (GIS/GPS) and mapping (e.g. ArcGIS) is preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

The preferred candidate will have experience working on restoration or reforestation projects, and working with diverse partners such as energy companies, state and federal agencies and non-profit organizations. Position will require frequent overnight travel, extensive work in the field, and the development of numerous professional contacts. BA + 1 year experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

05/31/2023

University Community of Inclusion

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