Forestry Office Manager

Salary: $19.67 - $20.80 Hourly

Location : Rusk County Government Center, WI

Job Type: Part-time

Job Number:

Department: Forestry

Opening Date: 03/20/2026

Closing Date: 4/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

Description

Responsible for management and administrative duties relating to the Forestry Department Office, using good judgment carrying out policy, regulations and procedures.

This position is part-time at 25 hours per week. The person in this position will work 5 days a week with the hours per day yet to be determined. The person in this position will be enrolled into the Wisconsin State Retirement (WRS) System.

Examples of Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Budget Development and Maintenance

Maintaining Accounts and billing

Maintaining and reporting Grants to the DNR

Coordinates Department for maintenance, mailing, shopping, supplies, equipment, bills and errands.

Organize and schedule meetings and appointments

Partner with HR to maintain office policies as necessary

Coordinate with IT Department on all office equipment

Manage relationships with vendors, service providers ensuring that all invoices are paid on time.

Provide general support to customers

Handles requests for information and services from County employees and the public.

Typical Qualifications

Technical Degree in Accounting or related field, or 4 years' experience in related field.

Typing rate of 55 words per minute.

Experience/Proficiency Microsoft Office.

Ability to read plat maps and understand legal land descriptions.

Knowledge, experience or accounting with accounting principles and terminology.

Ability to maintain effective public and working relationships.

Proven office management, administrative or assistant experience

Knowledge of office management systems and procedures

Knowledge of Timber Sales management

Knowledge of Parks and Recreation management

Grant Management

Budget Development and Maintenance

Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements

This job entails minimal physical demands, typically found in an office environment, with very limited exposure to workplace hazards. Some lifting, moving, bending, and twisting.

Work Environment

Usual office working conditions - comfortable work environment.

EOE / ADA Statement

Rusk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Rusk County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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