Forestry Program Administrator

Forestry Program Administrator (Information & Education) - 20097926 (250005WF)

Organization

: Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information: Abbie Hanners or Dana Smith, 614-265-6981 or hr@dnr.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

: Aug 13, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

: 

DNR Franklin County 

2045 Morse Road ODNR Main

 Columbus 43229

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

 Compensation: $32.35/hr

Schedule

: Full-time

Work Hours: 8-5 subject to change

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

: Forestry

Technical Skills: Natural Resources

Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Decision Making, Organizing and Planning

 Agency Overview

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Description

What you will do…

• Administer, plan, & coordinate the Division of Forestry’s Information & Education field activities;
• Coordinate & publicize statewide special events, promotional shows, school field days & workshops;
• Prepare presentations & participate in speaking engagements;
• Assist with the Project Learning Tree program;
• Develop public outreach materials;
• Respond to public inquiries & assist with media outreach.
• Starting hourly pay of $32.35/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $46.09/hr.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Must successfully complete basic firefighter/introduction to fire behavior course (i.e., S-130/S-190) within first year of employment pursuant to national interagency management system (i.e., wildland & prescribed fire qualification system guide). 

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Required to travel; exposed to inclement weather, dust, dirt & poisonous plants; responds to wildfires.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Completion of undergraduate core coursework in forestry or related field of study; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in forestry; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in budgeting; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in public relations; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in operation of computer software programs; valid drivers license. 

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Forester, 22322. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Forestry, Technical Skills: Natural Resources, Professional Skills:Customer Focus, Decision Making, Organizing and Planning