Position: Forest Guard / Forester (Group C)
We are seeking motivated and field-ready candidates for a Forester (Group C) role supporting forest protection, conservation operations, and community-facing environmental initiatives. This position involves extensive outdoor work, patrolling assigned forest beats, supporting wildlife and habitat protection measures, and assisting with departmental records and reporting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular patrols within assigned forest areas to prevent illegal activities such as poaching, illicit felling, encroachment, and forest fires.
- Assist in forest protection duties including fire prevention, early detection, and participation in fire control operations when required.
- Support plantation, afforestation, and habitat improvement programs, including site preparation, monitoring, and survival assessment.
- Participate in wildlife and biodiversity protection activities, including reporting sightings, tracking indicators, and assisting in rescue/relocation efforts under supervision.
- Maintain basic field records, registers, and daily diaries related to patrolling, incidents, and departmental tasks.
- Coordinate with senior forest staff and local stakeholders on conservation awareness, community outreach, and compliance activities.
- Assist in inspections, surveys, boundary demarcation support, and verification tasks as assigned.
- Support departmental operations during special drives, audits, or emergency situations.
Requirements
- Education: Class 12th (Intermediate) pass with Science or Agriculture from a recognized board or an equivalent qualification.
- Age: Typically 18 to 28 years (age relaxation may apply as per applicable recruitment rules/policies).
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varied terrain and weather conditions.
- Basic communication and reporting skills; ability to follow instructions and maintain discipline in field operations.
- Integrity, alertness, and commitment to public service and environmental protection.
- Willingness to undergo selection stages as applicable (e.g., screening/written tests, interview/viva, document verification, and medical examination).
Benefits
- Stable public-sector style role with structured duties and clear reporting lines.
- Opportunities to work on conservation, forestry, and environmental protection initiatives.
- Field experience and professional exposure to forest management operations.
- Applicable allowances and benefits as per organizational/government norms (role/location dependent).
- Training and guidance under experienced forestry personnel.
About the Company
This opportunity is aligned with a public-service environment focused on forest protection, sustainable resource management, and biodiversity conservation. The organization supports field operations through structured recruitment, standardized selection processes, and operational protocols designed to protect natural resources and serve community and environmental priorities.
Additional Information
This listing is inspired by publicly available recruitment-style information for a Forester (Group C) role, including typical eligibility and selection stages. Candidates should review official notifications and instructions where applicable.