GNA Pre-sale Coordinator

Location: 1110 W Washington St, Ste 500 Phoenix, AZ 85007; 700 E Butler Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001; 1133 West Road 3 North Chino Valley AZ 86323; 1100 N Beeline Highway Payson AZ 85541; 316 W. White Mountain Blvd., Unit A Lakeside AZ 85929

Grade: 21 • Closing Date: Open Until Filled

About the role

This position coordinates and manages the preparation of timber sales for the DFFM Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Program. The incumbent will work closely with U.S. Forest Service personnel and DFFM District, Procurement, and Finance staff to complete assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Draft and administer task orders for timber sale preparation activities, including but not limited to timber marking and designation, timber cruising and volume determination, boundary recording and posting, and project layout.
• Maintain and refine existing financial and performance tracking systems.
• Track project budget and finances, document program accomplishments, and prepare quarterly or annual reports.
• Perform inspections on pre sale work performed by district staff and contractors as needed to ensure compliance with federal specifications.
• Participate in the development of new Good Neighbor Authority agreements and the modification of existing agreements.
• Work with partners to prioritize and schedule timber sale preparation activities.
• Support and advise the completion of timber sale preparation by district staff.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Qualifications

Selective Preference(s): B.S. in Forestry with two years of relevant experience. Or, bachelors degree in a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience. Previous experience working in a timber pre‑sale program.

Skills

• Knowledge of timber sale preparation activities: unit delineation, layout, marking, cruising, volume estimation, compliance surveys.
• Knowledge of USFS Timber Sale Preparation policies, procedures, handbooks, and manuals.
• Knowledge of State procurement policy and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Skills in project management and coordination.
• Skills in contract management.
• Skills in document preparation, technical writing, and review.
• Skills in using computers and common office software.
• Skills in time management.
• Leadership abilities.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain and refine existing financial and performance tracking systems.
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply state and federal laws as well as state and agency rules, procedures, and policies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and identify alternative solutions.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Ability to work in office and outdoor settings.
• Ability to drive on State business with possible overnight stays.

Benefits

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive ben

Pay

Salary: $21.1449 - $30.7692 Hourly