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Nature of Work
Under general direction of the Director of the Division of Forestry, performs professional
and managerial work directing statewide forestry programs. Directs the planning, development,
implementation and evaluation of statewide forestry programs. Work involves determining
program goals; developing and implementing technical forestry rules, regulations, policies, and
procedures; develops and manages the budget for the program; and ensures a proper
understanding of the programs thorough coordination with Regional Foresters. May serve as a
representative on various regional, state and national committees on Forestry issues. Exercises
considerable independent judgement in determining specific goals, objectives, and program
priorities. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Performs professional and managerial work directing statewide forestry programs. Directs the
planning, development, implementation and evaluation of statewide forestry programs.
Examples of Work
Essential Job Functions - Any specific position in this class may not include all of the duties listed, nor do
the examples listed cover all of the duties which may be assigned.
Directs the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of statewide forestry
programs.
Reviews and analyzes reports, correspondence and memoranda to determine work being
performed, program trends and effectiveness and adherence to established goals.
Directs the development of technical program rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Directs the evaluation of programs at the regional level to determine effectiveness, identify
deficiencies, and recommend ways to improve the efficiency of district programs.
Develops and manages the program budget, recommends the allocation of resources and ensures
program activities are consistent with approved budgetary resources.
Represents the forestry program, on regional, state, national and interstate committees or task
forces to ensure program needs are met.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of forestry laws and regulations.
Knowledge of departmental laws and regulations.
Knowledge of budgeting, purchasing and contract proposals.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Ability to supervise employees by assigning and reviewing work.
Ability to exercise good judgement in appraising situations, in making decisions and interpreting
regulations.
Ability to make recommendations to experts within the department and to other agencies.
Ability to make recommendations for all forestry documents processed.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Associate degree in a Forest Technology program recognized by the Society of
American Foresters OR a Bachelor's degree in a forestry program accredited by the
Society of American Foresters.
Experience:
Nine years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the field of
forestry, three years of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative or
professional capacity.
Special Requirement:
Must have a current license as a registered professional forester or a
registered forestry technician or obtain professional licensure upon employment with the
Division of Forestry. Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed to operate a motor
vehicle in West Virginia.
Must take and pass a physical examination within in the first six months of employment
and submit to annual follow-up examinations. Failure to pass the initial examination will
result in termination of employment. Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result
in reassignment.
Positions must meet the qualifications for and become a Special Conservation Officer at
the earliest opportunity following employment and maintain this commission throughout
the period of employment in the position. This requirement may be waived at the
discretion of the State Forester.
Established: 12/15/2005
Revised: 4/10/2009
Effective:
4/10/2009