Forest Monitoring Technician

Job Title: Forest Monitoring Technician  
Location: Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge Errol New Hampshire  
Status: Seasonal fulltime May 27 2025 August 15 2025 (exact end date is somewhat flexible based on individual candidate availability)  
Compensation: $20.06/hour  
Application Deadline: March 9 2025 

The Forest Stewards Guild (the Guild) is hiring two forest monitoring technicians to support monitoring and tracking of forest vegetation habitat and health through longterm monitoring plots on National Wildlife Refuges in northern New England. This program is made possible through the Northern Forest National Wildlife Refuge Stewardship Partnership a collaboration between the Guild and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).  This is a seasonal fulltime position starting on May 27 through midAugust 2025 (exact end date is somewhat flexible depending on individual candidate availability) based in northeastern New Hampshire. Onsite shared housing will be available for participating crew members at no additional cost. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with the Guilds broad array of project partners contribute to the conservation of critical forest systems and ensure the success of a monitoring program to sustain future forest resilience. 

About the Position 

The forest monitoring technicians will support the work of the Guild and USFWS in the Northeast by installing permanent longterm monitoring plots and implementing a monitoring protocol. These plots will provide important data on forest lands to track tree species composition coarse woody material and regeneration over time. The Guild will oversee employee training and provide supervision in coordinating the field season facilitating crew needs and conducting data quality checks. As part of this role the technicians will:  

• Install longterm monitoring plots while navigating offtrail to sampling sites 
• Collect field data across diverse forest ecosystems. Measurements include but are not limited to tree identification diameter measurements seedling abundance and volume of coarse woody material 
• Accurately enter field data into established databases and maintain organized data records  
• Collaborate with team members to ensure data integrity quality assurance and timely reporting 
• Practice safety awareness and ecologically responsible behavior while in remote locations 
• Complete all required training including but not limited to defensive driving firstaid and CPR.  
• Gain related skills such as plant species identification workflow planning data management and forestry terminology 
• Maintain field gear (including GPS units cameras tablet and computer field guides and measurement tools) 
• Support Guild staff with communicating monitoring results to project partners    

Qualifications :

Position Requirements 

The ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in forestry natural resources ecology and/or conservation in the northeastern U.S. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently and with a team have a strong familiarity with northeastern forest ecosystems and possess excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork skills. Candidates should have a valid drivers license and be prepared to work predominantly outdoors in varied weather conditions and difficult terrain.  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school diploma and experience in forestry and/or ecologybased fieldwork. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate data recording 
• Able to perform strenuous work outdoors for long hours in rough country and inclement weather 
• Possess a valid drivers license with a clean driving record and the ability to navigate rough or offroad terrain safely 
• Clear verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and with a team 
• Experience using a map and/or GPS to navigate offtrail and offroad. 
• Willing to live in shared housing in a remote rural location 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Completed college coursework in forestry ecology and/or a related field 
• First aid and CPR certifications 
• Knowledge of northeastern forests including vegetation ID and field safety 
• Experience conducting ecological monitoring 
• Experience with GPS/ArcGIS Field Maps 
• Experience in an outdoor leadership position 

Additional Information :

The position is fulltime 40 hours per week from May 27thmid August. There is some flexibility for the start and end date. Accessing monitoring plots will require offroad travel (work vehicle provided). Monitoring technicians will be in regular (daily and weekly) communication with Northeast Guild staff with periodic site visits by Guild and USFWS staff.  

Compensation: 

• The position pays $20.06 per hour   
• Paid holidays occurring during pay period   
• Workers compensation  
• Accrued sick time 1 hour per 30 hours worked)  
• Compassionate leave after first day of employment 
• Free shared housing at the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge in Errol NH 

The Forest Stewards Guild is an equal opportunity employer.  

The Guild is dedicated to providing an open and transparent organization and workplace. We strive for clear open and kind communication and are committed to recruiting hiring mentoring and supporting practitioners across all communities. We are dedicated to building a work culture that recognizes the inherent value of our employees supports a healthy worklife balance and provides an environment that supports personal growth.

To Apply 

Interested applicants should visit the Smart Recruiters posting and click Im Interested to submit a onepage cover letter resume and three professional references. Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on March 9th to be considered.  

*Note:* After clicking Next on the initial application page you will have the opportunity to upload your cover letter and reference documents. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime