Project Forester
Quick answer
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is hiring an entry-level Project Forester (SC-based) paying $50,598 - $58,470 per year to provide forest management assistance and administer cost-share programs.
- Role
- Project Forester
- Organization
- South Carolina Forestry Commission
- Location
- Williamsburg County, South Carolina
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $50,598 - $58,470 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is seeking a Project Forester to provide forest management assistance to private landowners, administer cost-share programs, and assist with prescribed burns and wildfire suppression. The role requires a bachelor's, master’s, or doctorate degree in forestry and a SC registered forester license within two years of appointment.
What you'll do
- Provide forest management assistance to private landowners
- Administer cost-share programs
- Assist with prescribed burns, wildfire suppression, and disaster response
- Represent the SC Forestry Commission at local meetings
- Write forest management plans
- Assist landowners with implementation of forestry practices
What it takes
- Bachelor's, master’s, or doctorate degree in forestry
- SC registered forester license within two years of appointment
- Physical fitness test
- Firefighter registration with SC State Fire Marshal's office
- Criminal background check
- Valid driver's license
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Williamsburg County, South Carolina.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $50,598 - $58,470 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor's, master’s, or doctorate degree in forestry, SC registered forester license within two years of appointment, physical fitness test, firefighter registration with SC State Fire Marshal's office, criminal background check, and valid driver's license.
How do I apply?
To apply, please use the link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/jobs/5506409/project-forester and indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
What is the deadline for application?
The application deadline is October 20, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on South Carolina Forestry Commission's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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