Resource Forester

Primary Duties

• Handle all resource concerns and supply the annual needs for the Gilchrist sawmill facility.
• Initiate, operate, and complete contracts in a professional manner so that the interests of the company are fully protected, with the right product produced economically.
• Develop and execute logging plans to facilitate sort, log quality, management of contractors and cash flow.
• Acquire federal, state, BLM and private timber sale contracts.
• Appraise proposed timber sales, looking at quantity, quality, and operability.
• Manage log yard to ensure integrity of sample loads, rotation of decks, and yard maintenance.
• Supervise loggers payroll/Accounting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Management or a natural resource related field with at least 5 years of experience.
• Prior management or supervision experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Broad range of benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, life insurance, and 401k retirement plan.

Travel

Yes