What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forest Management Director position at NativState?
Attention GIS, forest carbon, and forestry professionals! Do you want to be part of an ambitious, forest-focused team addressing climate challenges through local solutions? Do you want to contribute to safeguarding forestland and wildlife habitats? Are you looking to use your skills in a fast-growing industry? We want to hear from you.
Forest Management Director
Position Overview
NativState continues to grow and our projects now exceed 700,000 acres across multiple states and serve more than 650 landowner partners. The Forest Management Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all forest management activities and associated customer relations including FMP creation, landowner assistance, education, and communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Leads forest management efforts across all enrolled projects.
- Technical expert on forest management.
- Directly supervises Regional Foresters in the day-to-day accomplishment of management goals.
- Develops and manages operational budget.
- Oversees documentation and reporting requirements.
- Works cross-functionally with carbon accounting, project development and GIS to deliver high-quality, investment-grade forest carbon projects.
Qualifications
- Registered Forester.
- 10 years progressive forestry experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience managing budgets and operational performance.
- Strategic thinking and long-term planning capability.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- High ethical standards and commitment to sustainable resource management.
Location
Must be able available to work from our Conway, AR office when needed.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation for this role will be based on market-based comparisons and the experience of well-qualified candidates.
NativState provides a full complement of employee benefits, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Professional development & advancement opportunities