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Any undergraduate student in the College of Forest Resources may apply for an internship for credit. Students who have an open elective may use the internship course as a part of their program. In addition, full semester internships will only be eligible for three credits, given that other requirements are met. Students can only receive credit for one internship during their undergraduate program.

Students are also required to
  • Be juniors or seniors
  • Have an overall GPA of at least 2.50
  • Apply at least two weeks prior to the pre-registration period of the semester
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Wildland Fire Investigator Mississippi 5/14/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Mississippi Forestry Commission

Location:Jackson, Mississippi

Job Description:

CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK:
This is fire and arson investigation field work in the highly technical and specialized field of criminal investigation which requires the exercise of independent judgment in the handling of cases for the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The incumbent is responsible for obtaining evidence as to the cause and origin of wildland fires. The work includes investigating wildland fires where there is suspicion of arson or damage to property has occurred or personal injuries related to a wildfire has occurred or determine cause/origin, examining physical evidence at the scene of the fire, questioning suspects and witnesses, and assisting other fire officials and law enforcement officers in obtaining information as to the origin of fire. General supervision is received from an administrative superior.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Investigates wildland fire scenes where the cause of the fire is arson, of a suspicious nature, undetermined, or a death, injury or property damage resulted from the fire. Collects and preserves evidence; sends samples collected to laboratory for analysis. Interviews witnesses and interrogates suspects when the crime of arson is confirmed. Secures background information on suspects from financial institutions, employers, neighbors, and criminal records. Testifies in criminal or civil court as an expert witness in the field of wildland fire investigation. Prepares comprehensive investigative reports which detail the facts and circumstances of a case for use by local authorities in the prosecution of arson suspects as outlined by state statute. Conducts prevention activities for local groups and rural communities. Assists in training new employees on prevention, suppression activities and fire cause determination. Interacts with local communities, volunteer fire departments to promote wildfire safety and prevention in the Wildland Urban Interface. Complies with all EEO and Civil rights requirements. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Special Requirements:
Applicants must possess a current State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certificate or have graduated from the Mississippi Law Enforcement Academy.


Applicants will be required to pass a physical examination before appointment at the applicant's expense.

Applicants must not have been convicted by any state or by the federal government of any crimes, the punishment for which could have been imprisonment in the federal or state prison or institution; nor have been convicted of sufficient misdemeanors to establish a pattern of disrespect for the law.

Documentation Required:
Transcript to verify required course work, when applicable. Valid copy of State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certificate. Copy of valid State of Mississippi Driver's License or a valid Driver's License from a contiguous state.

Required Education:

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in criminal justice, law enforcement, pre-law or related field;

Required Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in either fire prevention work, fire fighting, criminal investigation, arson investigation and/or the interrogation of witnesses and suspects

Salary:

$32,886.91


Apply By:5/24/2012

Mailing:

Completed applications and any additional documentation should be submitted online through the Mississippi State Personnel Board’s website at www.mspb.ms.gov. Hard copies can also be mailed to: Mississippi State Personnel Board, 210 East Capitol Street, Suite 800, Jackson, MS 39201. Be advised that mailed copies may result in longer processing times. In order for all State and/or Federal requirements to be met, the MS State Personnel Board will accept all applications and place eligible applicants on the appropriate list. This list will then be routed through the Forestry Commission’s Human Resources Department to the appropriate location for action.


Posted By: KBrasher

Quality-Value-Yield Site Leader Georgia 5/14/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Georgia Pacific

Job Description:

Responsibilities:
Support the Plywood site to develop/improve quality control initiatives through the implementation and management of data collection systems, data analysis and process improvement to maximize value and yield of the facility. Collaborate with key personnel to create a performance-driven organization based upon sound/accurate data and best practices. Provides training to plant site personnel on statistical tools, analytical test methods, and operation of quality systems.

General Tasks:
Maintain reporting/documentation to meet/exceed APA requirements; facilitate quality meetings; review process data; maintain computers/software utilized in data collection/analysis; maintain analytical equipment within manufacturer requirements and as outlined by QMS; train operations personnel on the use of statistical tools; assists with troubleshooting production issues and developing action plans to correct non-conforming conditions.

Organizational Responsibility:
Position Reports to the facility Plant Manager and Quality-Value-Yield Area Manager.

Contacts/interfaces:
Internal: Interacts with key operations personnel such as the Plant Manager, Department Superintendents (Operations and Maintenance), Machine Center Operators, Quality Technicians and Divisional Support Staff.
External: Interacts with the OVY Area Manager, APA Representatives, and Chemical Representatives.

Required Education:

BS in a technical discipline (statistics, mathematics, engineering) is preferred

Required Experience:

Minimum of 5 years experience serving in a quality management position

Experience with inspection methods and statistical control techniques

Skills:

Certification as a APA Certified Inspector is preferred

Ability to recognize opportunities for improvement and implement changes

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrated leadership

Thorough understanding of statistical theory and application

Knowledge of spreadsheet, word-processing, and manufacturing-control software applications


Apply By:8/14/2012

Contact:Christie H. Cordova

Phone:404-652-4317

Email:CHCORDOV@GAPAC.com


Posted By: KBrasher

Seasonal Biologist Louisiana 5/14/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries

Job Description:

The successful applicant will assist with LA statewide waterfowl program activities during June, July, and September with a focus on wood duck and mottled duck banding. Duties will include baiting and maintaining trap sites, rocket netting, banding, data entry, and equipment maintenance. Other assignments may include waterfowl habitat management activities and disease surveillance and monitoring. During August, the applicant will band waterfowl near Yorkton, SK.

Applicant will work irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Applicant will be paid straight time for hours worked and may work in excess of 40 hours per week. A work vehicle will be provided. Housing is available while working in Louisiana. Transportation to and from Yorkton, SK, as well as housing and per diem will be provided while in Canada

Required Experience:

Applicant should be a highly motivated individual in excellent physical condition. Applicant will endure extreme weather conditions and a variety of Louisiana wildlife (i.e., biting insects, venomous snakes, and alligators). A valid driver's license and ability to acquire a passport is required. Previous banding, atv, surface drive, outboard, and airboat operation experience helpful, but not required.

Salary:

$14-$20/hr depending upon experience


Apply By:6/15/2012

Phone:225-765-2358

Email:plink@wlf.la.gov


Posted By: Greg Bentley

PhD Assistantship Maine 5/14/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:University of Maine

Job Description:

A PhD assistantship (including a stipend, tuition, health insurance) is available at the University of Maine in the Department of Wildlife Ecology beginning September 2012 to study relationships between forest bird community composition and forest harvest practices in northern Maine, with a focus on priority species dependent on conifer forests. The research will evaluate if forest harvest approaches used in conifer-dominated stands retain the species composition and structural attributes necessary to support an intact and productive avian community that includes federal priority species. The Ph. D. dissertation will relate avian diversity and abundance to stand composition and structural attributes in forests that have been harvested with a range of intensities along a temporal gradient and quantify relationships between avian community composition and forest harvest pattern in the landscape.

Required Education:

An M.S. degree is required. We seek outstanding applicants with relevant coursework and research experience in the following areas: wildlife biology, ecology, zoology, or forest ecosystems.

Required Experience:

Prior experience with forest bird surveys and experience in GIS and spatial analysis are desired.

Salary:

Stipend level (minimum $18,000 annually) will be based on relevant experience and coursework.


Apply By:8/1/2012

Email:Cynthia.Loftin@maine.edu


Posted By: Greg Bentley

Master’s Assistantship in Forest Resource Economics Mississippi 5/9/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Mississippi State University

Location:Starkville, Mississippi

Job Description:

The Department of Forestry at Mississippi State University has a half-time Master’s Assistantship available for an individual interested in pursuing a Master’s degree in forestry with a specialization in forest resource economics. A successful applicant will work on examining location decisions of the U.S. forest industry and identifying existing business clustering patterns.

Information on Mississippi State University College of Forest Resources is available at www.cfr.msstate.edu. Description of a graduate program, facilities and research projects conducted in the Department of Forestry is available at http://www.cfr.msstate.edu/forestry/index.asp. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Oce of the Graduate School at http://www.grad.msstate.edu to learn about specic requirements for graduate admission.

Required Experience:

Applicants should have strong analytical, quantitative, and writing skills. Candidates with
background in forest and/or natural resources economics, econometrics and/or statistics, and
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are encouraged to apply.

Salary:

The fellowship includes an annual stipend of $15,000, 71% tuition and fee wavier, and health
insurance. A student will be responsible for remaining balance. The assistantship will be awarded for
24 months and its annual continuation will be based on satisfactory performance. The assistantship
will require 20 hours of work per week on assigned research projects and will start at the beginning of
the fall semester 2012. Applications will be accepted until a successful applicant is selected.


Apply By:8/9/2012

Contact:Dr. Robert Grala

Phone:(662) 325-7039

Email:rgrala@cfr.msstate.edu

Mailing:

Interested individuals are requested to send CV and transcripts for initial review to:
Dr. Robert Grala
Associate Professor
Department of Forestry
Mississippi State University
Box 9681
Mississippi State, MS 39762-9681
Phone: (662) 325-7039
Fax: (662) 325-8726
E-mail: rgrala@cfr.msstate.edu


Posted By: KBrasher

Quality Control Technician Georgia 5/8/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Temple-Inland

Location:Rome, Georgia

Job Description:

Temple-Inland Rome Lumber Operation has an opening for a Quality Control Technician. The Quality Control Tech is responsible for the quality of the finished lumber by checking the product through the entire finishing operation and training of graders in SPIB and Temple-Inland grade standards. Quality Control Tech’s are also responsible for ensuring the Auto-log and MSR lumber grading processes are precisely executed according to established guidelines.

Required Education:

The successful candidate must possess a Bachelors degree in Business or related discipline.

Required Experience:

Preferred to be an S.P.I.B. certified lumber grader. Prior experience working in a sawmill environment, with similar equipment or in similar jobs will be a benefit when competing for this position.

Skills:

Must be proficient in both written and verbal communications in order to utilize S.P.I.B. manuals and keep accurate lumber testing records. Must be able to perform basic math functions and accurately read a tape measure. Basic computer skills are required for data entry.


Apply By:8/8/2012

Contact:Randall Whitaker

Email:RandallWhitaker@templeinland.com


Posted By: KBrasher

Ph.D. Assistantship in Forest Economics Kentucky 5/7/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:University of Kentucky

Location:Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

The Departments of Agricultural Economics and Forestry at the University of Kentucky seek a Ph.D. student for a position beginning as early as July 2012. The project will focus on the economic impact of improved forest management and bioenergy in Kentucky. The project will provide the student with an enhanced understanding of forest economics in the region as well as exposure to economics, silviculture, policy, and forest biometrics. The student will receive the Ph.D. in agricultural economics but work closely with and be located in the department of forestry. The student will be expected to serve as a teaching assistant in at least one undergraduate course.

Required Education:

The position requires a M.S. in agricultural economics, forest economics or a related field. Preferred academic qualifications include undergraduate GPA > 3.0 and GRE scores > 1200 (verbal + quantitative).

Required Experience:

Candidates with research experience in forest and/or agricultural economics will be given preference.

Skills:

A strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential.

Salary:

A departmental assistantship is available for highly qualified students. The Assistantship would include a stipend of $17,000, tuition, and health benefits.


Apply By:8/7/2012

Contact:Dr. Andrew Stainback

Phone:859-257- 1770

Email:gdrewst02@uky.edu

Mailing:

Please visit http://www.ca.uky.edu/agecon/index.php?p=731 to obtain information on the application process.


Posted By: KBrasher

Fiber Supply Manager Georgia 5/7/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Temple-Inland

Location:Rome, Georgia

Job Description:

Job Description:

Temple-Inland, a business of International Paper, is currently accepting applications for the Fiber Supply Manager at the Rome, Georgia sawmill. This position leads the strategic planning and tactical execution of sawtimber purchases and inventory management for the Rome Sawmill.

Key responsibilities of this position include leading and fostering a data driven approach to developing and managing sustained low cost/high margin sawtimber procurement strategies across the annual cycle. Procurement operations should align with the sawmill production strategies and lumber markets to maximize the mill’s operating margin. This role also manages by-product sales and shipments, day to day operations of the Rome sawmill wood supply team, and is responsible for procurement overhead.

Required Education:

A degree in Forestry / Business or related field is required.

Required Experience:

10 years of experience in wood procurement is preferred

Skills:

The ability to promote safety as a cultural expectation, foster an environment of continual team development, effectively collaborate with the sawmill’s management team, effectively manage and lead negotiations with both wood suppliers and landowners, and ensure compliance with all corporate and environmental policies including adherence to Sustainable Forestry Initiatives (SFI) is required. Candidate must have excellent interpersonal, communication and analytic skills.

Salary:

$76,000


Apply By:6/2/2012

Mailing:

How to apply:
www.templeinland.com
Careers
Requisition #24771


Posted By: KBrasher

Entry Level Forester Arkansas 5/4/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:Kingwood Forestry Services, Inc.

Location:Arkadelphia & Monticello, Arkansas

Job Description:


Apply By:6/15/2012

Phone:870-246-5757

Email:arkadelphia@kingwoodforestry.com


Posted By: Rodney Wishard

Fisheries Technician West Virginia 5/3/2012 +
JobDetails

Categorized Under:

Organization:West Virginia Division of Natural Resources

Location:Elkins, West Virginia

Job Description:

Participates as a fisheries technician in a statewide stream classification project investigating patterns relating to fish diversity and abundance, habitat quality and availability, water chemistry, and aquatic invertebrate community dynamics. Incumbent will work as crew member with the following duties: (1) field sampling of fishes, physical habitat data, water quality, and invertebrates; (2) laboratory technician responsible for sorting and identification of fishes and invertebrates; and (3) data entry. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Incumbent will be responsible for accurate measurement and recording of field data as well as care and maintenance of field gear, laboratory facilities, and vehicles.

Field season begins in June and will continue until mid-October. Additional laboratory work may be available after field season. The applicant must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to work extended stays in field locales. Bunkhouse lodging is available when not in the field.

Required Education:

BS in fisheries or a closely related field.

Required Experience:

The selected candidate(s) will have experience in scientific methods of measurement and recording of field data and handling of fish, water chemistry, habitat, and aquatic macroinvertebrate samples.

Skills:

Knowledge of laboratory methods and procedures is necessary.

Salary:

$8.50 - $12.00/hr commensurate with experience.


Apply By:5/18/2012

Mailing:

West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Section
David Thorne
Elkins Operations Center
P.O. Box 67
Elkins, WV 26241


Posted By: KBrasher