Forester (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

  American Forest Management Inc (http://afmcorporate.com/)

  Kirkland, Washington, United States

Position: Forester

Employment Location: Kirkland, WA

Reports To: Region Manager – Dennis Dart

American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) seeks a forester to join our forest management team in Kirkland, WA. This position will report to the Region Manager and will be responsible for all aspects of forest management (planning, harvesting, roads, and silviculture) on a new 15,000 acre property under management, assist Senior Forester with NIPF harvest layout and harvest administration, and other tasks assigned by the Region Manager.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

•  Harvest unit layout and permitting in a complex regulatory environment
•  Harvest contract administration
•  Road construction and maintenance layout, permitting
•  Road contract administration
•  Contract administration of technical experts
•  Reforestation and Silviculture Contract Administration
•  Budgeting for assigned responsibilities
•  Participation in industry meetings and co-ops
•  Work within the objectives of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative
•  Other tasks as assigned by the Region Manager

Qualifications:

•  2-5 years of forestry experience
•  Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or closely related field
•  Excellent written and oral communication skills
•  Strong listening capabilities with the ability to translate communications into appropriate course of action
•  Ability to manage multiple projects under strict time constraints
•  Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced work environment
•  Proficiency in basic computer programs such as MS Word and Excel
•  Ability to work within a team environment

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