Forestry Technician I (FIA Internship)

Forestry Technician I (FIA Internship)

Salary

$18.72 Hourly

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

Temporary - Full-Time

Job Number

192793

Agency

Forestry Commission

Division

FIA

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Residency Requirement

No

Class Code:

LD20

Position Number:

61166458 , 61166459

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN05

Hiring Range - Min.

$18.72

Hiring Range - Max.

$18.72

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Applicants must submit an unofficial copy of transcripts and provide two professional references when applying.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

About the FIA Program:

The Forestry Commission FIA program is a cooperative effort between the SCFC and the U.S. Forest Service - Southern Research Station. The SCFC collects FIA data on a network of plot locations across South Carolina. FIA is often referred to as our nation's forest census. The FIA program collects, analyzes and reports on the status and trends of America's forests. In South Carolina, data is collected on tree diversity and abundance, carbon estimates, tree mortality from natural disasters, insects and disease, and removals from timber harvest practices. FIA data are used to track how the landscape is changing over time.

THERE ARE 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR SUMMER 2027.

Responsibilities of the FIA Intern:

Measures tree length, tree diameters, and other limited data measurements on forest inventory and health monitoring Forest Inventory and Analysis plots with a degree of accuracy as required by the U.S. Forest Service- Southern Research Station- Forest Inventory and Analysis Unit. Chains into or out of plot locations and between inventory points. Works on a two-person forestry crew locating forest inventory plots and measures limited data measurements with a degree of accuracy required by the U.S. Forest Service- Southern Research Station- Forest Inventory and Analysis Unit.

Who Should Apply?

A junior or senior working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry from a college or university accredited by the Society of American Foresters. Applicants must have completed forestry summer camp and completed dendrology and mensuration course work.

Have Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact:

Byron Rominger

Forest Inventory Coordinator

(803)896-8804

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a bachelors degree in forestry from a program accredited by the Society of American Foresters. Enrollment in a bachelors degree in a related natural resources field may be substituted at the Program Managers discretion.
• A criminal background check and drug and alcohol test are required.
• Must possess a valid drivers license (Class D).

Additional Comments

• Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM. May require occasional overnight travel.
• This positions duty station is in Richland County.
• Completion of forestry spring/summer camp and successfully completing courses in dendrology and forest mensuration. Ability to learn basic forestry field measurement if enrolled in a related natural resources curriculum.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally. Ability to establish working relationship with other agency employees.
• Must be able to lift, walk, squat, climb, and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in changing environmental conditions to navigate difficult terrain.
• Position requires the employee to be subject to random, post incident/accident, reasonable suspicion, rehabilitation monitoring, and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC Drug-Free Workplace- Drug and Alcohol Testing. This position is designated as safety sensitive.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Are you pursuing a degree in forestry from a program accredited by the Society of American Foresters?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid Class D drivers license?

• Yes
• No

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Have you completed forestry spring/summer camp and successfully completed courses in dendrology and forest mensuration?

• Yes
• No

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Have you attached your unofficial transcripts and listed two professional references as part of your application?

• Yes
• No

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How did you learn about this internship?

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Forestry Commission Address 5500 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29212

Phone 803-896-8879

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.