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The Longleaf Forester will represent The Longleaf Alliance to external audiences in Southeast Virginia and Northeast North Carolina, conduct outreach activities, deliver technical assistance, and advance other longleaf pine strategies on behalf of The Alliance and the Longleaf Cooperators of Virginia. Overview of Duties:  The Longleaf Forester will be directly responsible for coordinating and executing outreach events and activities, developing a landowner-led cooperative, growing the number of landowners engaging and participating in longleaf restoration efforts, providing timely and science-based responses to requests for assistance through a variety of methods, and supporting other related goals, including establishing an internet presence for the Longleaf Cooperators of Virginia and increasing general awareness about prescribed fire. Training and outreach will be accomplished through in-person events and activities, brochures and other written material, webinars, website...

Job Summary The DNR is looking for one (1) NR Forestry Regional Specialist, located in Bemidji, MN.  The Firewise Communities Specialist (FCS) position exists to develop and implement a regional Firewise Program as well as to collaborate in the development and delivery of a statewide Fire Prevention and Firewise Program.  This program’s goal is to empower local communities with the expertise to save lives and prevent avoidable property loss by providing local decision-makers, fire departments, and others with training, tools and start-up assistance to implement the program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Collaborate with the state Firewise Team and Forestry Areas to develop and implement a comprehensive Firewise and Wildfire Prevention Program that offers training, materials, assistance and a consistent message to Minnesota communities and audiences. Provide administrative and technical oversight of the assigned...

Job Summary The Division of Forestry is hiring one (1) Forest Economist, NR Program Consultant, in St. Paul, MN.  The position exists to provide strategic advisement to the Division of Forestry by studying and addressing forest economic issues in Minnesota and providing economic expertise. This position will monitor, evaluate and advise on issues concerning: forest products markets and trends; forest resource based investment strategies; long-term and short-term investment strategies for silvicultural practices; and impacts of proposed legislation and regulations impacting the forest products industry and the Division of Forestry. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Advise Division managers on how to best invest public resources to maximize benefits to the state....

Job Summary The DNR is looking to hire one Natural Resources Forestry Specialist Intermediate positions, located in Floodwood, MN.  The Forestry Specialist Intermediate position exists to perform forest resource management work by administering one or two forestry sub-programs at the Area administrative level under limited supervision. The Forestry Specialist Intermediate also performs field assignments across all Division programs so that forest resources are protected, managed, and utilized in accordance with department policy and procedure. This position occasionally functions as a lead worker to Forestry Specialists, Forestry Technicians, interns, emergency firefighters, temporary crews, and volunteers. Area sub-programs may include Wildfire Prevention and Suppression, Cooperative Forest Management, Ecological Classification System, Timber Sales, Silviculture, Forest Inventory, Forest Health, Terrestrial Invasive Species, State Forest Roads, State Forest...

Rutland Lumber Company is an independent sawmill, located, in Collins, MS. This is a growing company with a loyal customer base and well-earned reputation for high quality and superior service.   Currently we have an opening for an experienced Procurement Forester. Applicants should have verifiable experience as a Procurement Forester, with a strong work ethic, and superior workmanship. Our company provides excellent wages and benefits.   Qualifications ·         BS in Forestry – Registered Forester ·         Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in timber procurement and logging operations ·         Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, Internet, and Email ·         Strong negotiating, analytical, and communication skills ·         Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record   Responsibilities ·         Timber Procurement – Identify, cruise, appraise, and purchase standing timber (stumpage) and negotiate...

Jefferson Resource Company (JRC) is a full-service natural resource consulting firm with several office locations in California. We are currently considering applicants for several Forester I, II, and III positions based in Mount Shasta, Redding, and Diamond Springs, California.  Salary and Benefits : These are non-exempt positions with pay ranging from $16-22/hr for Forester I, $20-28/hr for Forester II and $25-35/hr for Forester III. Pay is based on education, experience and qualifications. Travel on the job is paid both ways, overtime is paid per State and Federal law. Set per-diem rates for out of town work. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 10 holidays, vacation, and 401k. We offer a 4% employer match to regular full-time employees.  Travel: Must have personal transportation to and from assigned office. Out of town work involving overnight stays is common. Work is typically scheduled Monday through Friday, with weekends off.  Minimum...

Looking for a Procurement Forester with experience in buying hardwood logs and standing timber. Qualified candidates will have 3-5 years experience in the purchasing of standing timber. Must have a good understanding of logging and BMP's. 2 Year or 4 Year degree preferred but not required with sufficient experience. Job is based out of the mill in Oak Ridge, TN, but will spend most of the time on the road locally.  Job responsibilities include: Locating and acquiring standing timber tracts. Cruising timber and doing evaluations. Managing timber contracts. Hiring and supervising contract logging crews. Working with local independent loggers to purchase gatewood. Being backup scaler on yard as needed Job is full time with health insurance and 401k available. A company vehicle will be provided. Pay will be determined based on skill level and experience.