Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range)

Timber Cruise Responsibilities: Executes timber cruises and sample surveys for resource information. Estimates quantity and quality of timber for the purpose of appraisal and logging plans. Assembles and summarizes data and prepares reports and maps of cruise areas. Assists with laying out sales in accordance with operational standards, guidelines, and other instructions. Points out variables such as accessibility, steep slopes, stream protection, nesting tree protection, wildlife and heritage impacts, fuels management, and regeneration requirements. Assists in marking trees using and adapting complex marking rules in areas complicated by variations in type, species composition, defect, site, age, class, etc. Plans projects based on priority and other requirements such as number of personnel required, length of time, etc. Conducts assigned portions of surveys and studies of recreation trail areas, facilities, and activities on the unit. Maintains existing recreation sites and assists with developing or improving existing sites to achieve Forest goals and objectives. Assists with putting together project proposals and with conducting studies for providing input in National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) project analysis. Collects, compiles, and summarizes recreation data as required for data systems. Performs limited law enforcement duties under close supervision of a qualified law enforcement officer. Patrols recreation areas for compliance by day visitors and campers with established rules and regulations posted in the area. Inspects recreation areas, areas of concentrated public use, and special use permits for compliance with the permit and the management plans, public health, and safety. Monitors and maintains existing trails, facilities, etc. to ensure they are in operable condition. Assists with the selection and recommendation of new trail and facility locations or with the closing of old sites. Assists on range analysis and maintenance and construction of range structural improvements. Contacts range permittees and communicates to them Forest Service range policies and basic requirements of permit. Counts designated permitted livestock to ensure number are in compliance with permit, checks range condition including structures, and checks for trespass livestock.