JOBS IN FORESTRY

Forests contribute significantly to the economic development of a nation. In this era of environment consciousness, forests need to be protected, maintained and developed. Hence there is need for trained personnel who looks after the job. A career in forestry is both adventurous and challenging.
FOREST RANGER :
Qualification required : Science Graduate/B.Sc.(Ag.)
Scale of Pay : 5000/- plus allowances
Age : 18 to 32 years relaxable as per rules.
Recruitment made by : Principal Chief Conservator of Forest, through Staff
Selection Commission.
Test(subjects and topics covered): Physical, Written, Viva.
Physical Gen/SC ST Women
Height 168 cm. 158 cm. 153 cm.
Chest 81-86 81-86 -
Walking 25 km/4 hrs. 25 km/4 hrs. 16 km/4 hrs.
Cycling 1.6 km/5 mints. 1.6 km/5 mints. 1.6 km/10mints.
Promotional Prospect : Asst. Conservator of Forest, Divisional Forest Officer,
: Orissa Forest Service, Indian Forest Service
Perks : Free accommodation, Free dress.
Job Descriptions : 1. Supervises the duties of Forester and Forest Guards.
2. Arranges marking and felling of trees within the range
3. Maintains the record of timber for sale.
4. Issues transit and pass permits.
5. Detects, prevents and supervises fire fighting operations in the forest.
6. Protects forest from theft and poaching.
7. Develop nurseries and raises plantations.
FORESTER :
Qualification Required : Intermediate in science.
Scale of Pay : 3200/- - 4900/-
Age : 18 to 32 years relaxable as per rules.
Recruitment made by : Divisional Forest Officer of the District/Division.
Test : Physical, Written, Viva.
Physical Gen/SC ST Women
Height 168 cm. 158 cm. 153 cm.
Chest 81-86 81-86 -
Walking 25 km/4 hrs. 25 km/4 hrs. 16 km/4 hrs.
Cycling 1.6 km/5 mints. 1.6 km/5 mints. 1.6 km/10mints.
Promotional Prospect : Rangers, D.F.O.
Perks : Free accommodation, free dress
Job Description : 1. Supervises the duties of the Forest Guards.
2. Patrols for marking and felling trees within his belt.
3. Maintains the record of the timber for sale.
4. Enquires for prepared reports about the
occurrence of theft and poaching.
5. Estimates quality and volume of the wood available
in the section.
6. Assists in the fire fighting operation.
7. Supervises the work of the Mazdoors.
8. Develops nurseries and raises plantations.
FOREST GUARD :
Qualification Required : Matriculation
Scale of Pay : 2650/- plus.
Age : 18 to 32 years relaxable as per rules.
Recruitment made by : Divisional Forest Officer.
Test. : Physical, Written, Viva.
Physical Gen/SC ST Women
Height 168 cm. 158 cm. 153 cm.
Chest 81-86 81-86 Nil
Walking 25 km/4 hrs. 25 km/4 hrs. 16 km/4 hrs.
Cycling 1.6 km/5 mints. 1.6 km/5 mints. 1.6 km/10mints.
Promotional Prospect : Forester, Ranger
Perks : Free accommodation, free dress.
Job Descriptions : 1. Patrols in the allotted belt for preservation of trees.
2. Detects fire and eliminates fire hazards.
3. Checks theft in the forest.
4. Maintains forest roads.
5. Assists the Forester and Rangers in developing nurseries.
6. Raises plantations.
N.B.: Given dates are subjects to change.