Seasonal Forester

February 12, 2026

Contract
Walden, CO
Posted 2 days ago

Job Description
Position Summary:

Support CSFS foresters with program management, timber sale layout, and treatment of insect and disease projects. Dormitory style housing provided

Full Consideration Date:

February 15, 2026

Brief Work Unit Description: https://csfs.colostate.edu/

Essential Job Duties:
* Supporting the US Forest Service GNA program in Jackson and Routt Counties
* Chainsaw operation – thinning and opening roads
* Assisting with timber sale layout – cruising, boundary delineation, and marking
* Various GPS and GIS applications
* Assisting with assessment and treatment of insect and disease projects

Conditions of Employment:
* This position requires hiking and carrying field equipment most hours of the workday
* Occasional camping will be required
* The employee should be able to work in adverse weather conditions, steep/rough terrain, and with minimal supervision

Supervision:

This position does not supervise

Minimum Qualifications:
* Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date
* Pursuing or completed degree in forestry or related natural resources field
* Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate a manual transmission vehicle
* Ability to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles in variable weather and road conditions
* Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate chainsaws, timber cruising & marking equipment, and perform strenuous outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions
* Ability and willingness to work long hours with occasional evening and weekend duties (work based on a 40-hour work week)
* Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team

Preferred Qualifications:
* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
* One season of field experience
* Experience in the utilization of Microsoft Suite, ArcGIS Suite, Avenza or GPS

Application Instructions :

Please send electronic versions of the application materials to the email address below:
[email protected]
Resume, cover letter, and three (3) professional references

Salary Range
18.00

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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