NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICIAN 1, 2, OR 3

NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICIAN 1, 2, OR 3

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Pineville, LA

Job Type

Unclassified

Job Number

DMA-192-2026

Department

Gov-Department of Military Affairs

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

About this Job

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 192-2026 BENEFITS

OPENING DATE: October 20, 2026 Retirement: LASERS

CLOSING DATE: November 01, 2026 Insurance: Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays: 10 plus proclaimed

• SALARY: Annual Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases

MT-313 $53,498 - $64,210 Sick Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increase

MT-314 $57,242 - $68,702

MT-315 $61,256 - $73,528

• Salary indicates typical starting range. Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE: Unclassified*

• Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Natural Resource Technician assists with implementing natural resource management activities across approximately 13,500 acres at CBTS. Duties include marking, measuring, tallying, cruising, and inventorying timber stands to support timber management prescriptions and objectives; conducting prescribed burns and site-preparation burns in support of Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) goals; conducting invasive species control operations; and applying Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to natural resource management activities in compliance with the INRMP and Integrated Cultural Resources Management Plan (ICRMP). The position also maintains and installs firebreaks; bush hogs, discs, and plants pollinator and wildlife food plots; and maintains equipment and materials used in support of the natural resources program. The technician will annually conduct approximately 2,500 acres of prescribed burns to improve military training areas, enhance wildlife habitat, and reduce wildfire risk, as well as approximately 250 acres of site-preparation burns to improve seedling survival and support future timber harvest yields. The incumbent must be capable of interpreting fire weather forecasts and adapting those forecasts to approved burn plans. Periodic travel and overnight stays may be required for job-related educational seminars, training, conferences, workshops, and to assist CBTS Natural Resources staff. The employee must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within one year of employment and, based on assigned duties, must annually pass the Work Capacity Test at the moderate or arduous level. This position requires extensive fieldwork and considerable physical exertion, including walking over uneven terrain, wet surfaces, and in water; bending, stooping, and stretching; and working in heat and other weather extremes. The work involves exposure to smoke, dust, ticks, and poisonous plants and animals. Operations may require extended work hours over multiple days. Additional duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may be modified as mission requirements change.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficient in the use of GPS equipment, forestry tools, and instruments. LA Prescribe Burn certified. Proficient in the operation of medium and heavy equipment. Ability to perform daily maintenance and PMCS on all Natural Resource equipment. Ability to use latest version of Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel and Power Point), email and internet. Knowledge of application and use of forestry chemicals and herbicides. Knowledge of wildlife management. Ability to perform physically arduous duties in uncomfortable terrain, vegetation and weather conditions.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid Drivers License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations for extended hours over an extended period of time. Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: By submitting an application for employment with the Military Department, the applicant agrees to the following conditions of employment:

• All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
• LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
• To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
• The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All Applicants must complete a LANG-LMD-H Form 10 (State Application) and attach a legible copy of their Official Birth Certificate, Drivers License and Social Security Card. Resumes are optional and will not be accepted unless they are submitted with the LANG-LMD-H Form 10 (State Application).

• State Application: The LANG-LMD-H Form 10 (State Application) is located at

http://geauxguard.la.gov/join-us/state-technician-vacancies

Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employee (SAME)

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm