Forest Crew Supervisor – Correctional Facility

This is an entry level position supervising and training a 10-person offender crew and directing, planning and evaluating the crew’s daily work. Forest Crew Supervisors gain first-hand working knowledge of silvicultural activities, recreation projects, and wildland firefighting.

Firefighting is a critical part of this position and may require assignment to remote fire camps. The safe and productive completion of work projects supports DNR in fulfilling its resource protection, trust land management and public service missions.

Depending on the successful candidate’s education and experience, the position may provide entry to the DNR forestry program. Forest Crew Supervisors gain intimate working knowledge of state land management, plus crew supervision and personnel management skills. They are responsible for creating a positive work environment and derive genuine satisfaction from providing offenders with the skills, work ethics and self-esteem which often lead to successful re-entry into society.

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