Position: Researcher II - Full-time, term, professional researcher position on a state funded project serving as a source of community forestry expertise to the interested public and municipal leaders within Illinois, excluding the Chicago area. Funding is secured for one year and may be extended based on job performance.
The community forester will also be an effective communicator, possesses business acumen, and be willing and able to cooperate with an array of agencies and individuals. The position duties include but are not limited to: analysis of date to determine and respond to the specific needs of communities within the project area; work with state, federal, and local agencies on forest resources management issues on a case-by-case basis within the region to support community forestry management practices that compliment community values; offer and conduct regional community forestry educational workshops or seminars on technical topics as identified by constituents and supervisors; contribute technical materials as requested by Illinois community forestry stakeholders; serve as liaison with the Illinois Arborists Association; seek external funding when appropriate; prepare reports to funding agencies. Qualifications: B. S. in Forestry with at least one year work experience in urban or community forestry or M. S. in Forestry with appropriate technical forestry and communication skills. Must have and maintain a valid Illinois drivers license. Application Deadline: October 1, 2011 or until filled. To Apply: Submit a letter of interest, resume, unofficial transcripts (official required prior to hire), and the names and contact information of three references to: Dr. Eric Holzmueller, Department of Forestry, Mail Code 4411, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL 62901. Tel: (618) 453-3708, Fax: (618) 453-7475, Email: [email protected]. Electronic Submissions not accepted. SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
