We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

The Wisconsin DNR is hiring an LTE (Limited Term Employee) – Invasive Plant Field Specialist/ Plant Pest and Disease Specialist - Senior and Forester - Senior.

The preferred location for these positions is Rhinelander. Other locations in Northern Wisconsin may be considered pending supervisor approval and available space.

This dual LTE appointment is comprised of two 20-hour positions for an expected work schedule of 40 hours per week. The intention is to hire one candidate on both positions. See below for more information on the positions.

Plant Pest and Disease Specialist - Senior

The Invasive Plant Field Specialist works closely with the Forest Invasive Plant Program Coordinator and internal and external partners to survey and record the distribution of invasive plant populations across the state. This position routinely interacts with non-profit organizations, state and private property managers.

50% - Support internal and external partners to gather and review field data on invasive plant populations and control projects across the state.

30% - Create maps and reports from invasive plant field data.

10% - Assess and implement enhancements to invasive plant field data collection processes and reporting mechanisms.

10% - Review historical invasive plant records and organize for reporting purposes.

Forester - Senior

The Invasive Plant Field Specialist works closely with the Forest Invasive Plant Program Coordinator to coordinate and administer invasive plant outreach, survey and control projects and contracts across the state. This position works with state and municipal properties to determine needs, prioritize projects, write contracts, track budgets, and report on project accomplishments. This position routinely interacts with state and municipal property managers and agency financial specialists.

50% - Prioritization, coordination and contract administration for invasive plant survey and control projects on DNR managed forested lands across the state. Includes field work to verify invasive plant populations, project details and contract accomplishments.

30% - Coordination and implementation of invasiveplant outreach projects at the property and regional levels.

20% - Provide plant identification and technical knowledge of biology, survey and management of invasive plants to contractors and partners.

These positions pay between $22.00 - $24.00 per hour and are in pay schedule and range 15-03. For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position. LTE positions do not automatically lead to permanent state employment or enjoy the same benefits as permanent employees; however, these positions do offer valuable work experience and an opportunity to learn more about career opportunities with the Department of Natural Resources and the State of Wisconsin.

LTE employees are limited to working 1039 hours per position within a twelve-month period.

In order to be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.

All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment. The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants before they can be offered a position. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Plant Pest and Disease Specialist - Senior

Forester - Senior

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Applications must be received by 11:59pm, Central Time, on April 10th, 2023 in order to be considered.