District Forester: Lead Wildfire Mitigation & Forest Health

Council of Western State Foresters; Chino Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

10 paid holidays per year

Parental leave (paid)

Job summary

Council of Western State Foresters seeks a District Forester to lead a team of foresters and technicians across a district, coordinating wildfire mitigation, forest health, and watershed restoration efforts. You will manage budgets, ensure safety, and collaborate with multiple agencies.

The role requires a BS in Forestry or related field, 5+ years in land management and 3+ years in supervision, with PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Forestry or related natural resource field.
• Minimum 5 years in land management.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• PMI PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to foresters and staff for wildfire risk reduction, forest health, and watershed improvement projects.
• Coordinate with District Fire Management Officer to develop and implement annual wildfire mitigation Program of Work.
• Develop and manage district budgets, forecast funds, monitor expenditures, and adjust as needed.
• Ensure safe work practices and review policy.
• Drive on State business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Time management

Project management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Budget monitoring

Education

B.S. in Forestry or related natural resource program

5+ years in land management

3+ years in a supervisory role

PMP certification or similar PM certification

Tools

GIS

Job description

Council of Western State Foresters seeks a District Forester to lead a team of foresters and technicians across a district, coordinating wildfire mitigation, forest health, and watershed restoration efforts. You will manage budgets, ensure safety, and collaborate with multiple agencies.

The role requires a BS in Forestry or related field, 5+ years in land management and 3+ years in supervision, with PMP or equivalent certification preferred.