Job Status: Filled

Forester (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Forest Resource Consultants Inc

  Lumpkin, Georgia, United States

Job Description: 
 Marks timber sale boundaries, SMZ’s, etc., in compliance with state BMP’s and SFI requirements.
 Conducts timber inventories.
 Supervises contract operations to ensure compliance with the terms of the contracts.
 Completes timber sale inspections.
 Collects GPS field data as required.
 Implement cultural and management treatments associated with optimal stand development, asset protection and overall income contribution within constraints of SFI.
 Provide support to FRC management in the development of strategic business plans and opportunities for growth.
 Maintain a thorough knowledge of land and timber values in area of operation as well as new technologies and strategies in forest management.
 Manage special projects as assigned.
 Promote a positive image of FRC to clients, associates, contractors, and the community in your operating area.
Qualifications: 
 Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or 2 year Forestry Degree.
 Prefer, Three to six years experience in managing timberland in southeastern states
 Practical experience in SFI practices and recordkeeping
 Must possess good verbal and written communication skills and ability to inspire clients’ confidence
 Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
 Working knowledge of standard computer software packages, i.e., Word, Excel, Access

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience. Competitive benefits package includes health, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan, optional dental insurance, vacation, and holidays.