Massachusetts Green Jobs

* *Seasonal Forestry Assistant – Urban and Community Forestry Grants Program – Belmont, MA * ABOUT THE AGENCY:* The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission isto protect, promote and enhance our Commonwealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all.The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. About Conservation and Resource Stewardship: DCR places are special. It starts with the conservation and stewardship of our Commonwealth’s unique and significant landscapes. Outdoor recreation invites all to experience these resources and see what makes Massachusetts special. It is the purpose of the Conservation and Resource Stewardship team to ensure these lands are available for future generations. It is our passion to create a sense of place at DCR that will foster a culture of stewardship. About the Bureau of Forest Fire Control and Forestry: The Bureau of Forest Fire Control and Forestry offers programs to promote, protect and enhance healthy and diverse wooded and urban forests throughout our Commonwealth including grant opportunities for urban forestry and volunteer fire assistance, staff assistance to municipalities for fire control, consulting forestry and forest stewardship for private lands, oversight of forest health issues including insect and disease control and storm related response, regulatory guidance on timber harvests as well as forest management and timber sales on state lands. About Urban and Community Forestry (UCF):DCR's UCF Program assists communities and nonprofit groups in protecting, growing, and managing community trees and forest ecosystems to improve the environment and enhance livability throughout Massachusetts. * * There are many benefits to joining the UCF team: -Engage in urban forestry administrative activities within the Commonwealth. -Gain invaluable communication skills engaging with stakeholders throughout the local communities of the Commonwealth. -Experience working in a State agency with diverse career opportunities. -Massachusetts Organization of State Engineers & Scientists (MOSES) Unit 9 Union representation. -Eligible for union recall rights to position next season. -Personal time and paid holidays. -Accrue sick time and vacation time. -Health insurance is available. -Opportunities for overtime throughout the season. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Forestry Assistant- UCF Grants Program. This position begins on or about April 7, 2024 and ends November 30, 2024. SPECIFIC DUTIES: Assist the UCF Coordinator with the UCF grants program. Review of grant proposals for accuracy and completion. Work with municipalities and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on all aspects of the grant program. Oversees planting plans to ensure that the “right tree, right place” principle is followed. Monitors tree planting operations to ensure that tree planting adheres to United States Forest Service and DCR guidelines. Works in partnership with grant recipients to ensure that tree stewardship is ongoing. Performs related duties such as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban and community forestry. Knowledge and principles of tree planting and new tree care. Knowledge and experience with reviewing grants. Ability to understand, explain and interpret UCF grant opportunities to municipalities and NGOs. Ability to follow written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written expression. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to read and interpret documents. A cover letter and resume must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition. Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process. This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in forestry or natural resource management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions: I. An Associate's or higher degree with a major in forestry or forestry management may be substituted for the required experience.* Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. Special Requirements: Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License. * * *An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply Job: Agriculture* *Organization: Department of Conservation & Recreation *Title: *Seasonal Forestry Assistant - Greening the Gateway Cities (Belmont) Location: Massachusetts-Belmont-66 Mill Street Requisition ID: 2400032A