Field Operations Lead, Forest & Grassland Stewardship

USDA Forest Service; Cody (WY); In loco; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

USDA Forest Service in Cody, Wyoming, seeks a Field Manager to oversee day-to-day field operations across forest and grassland areas. You will coordinate crews, schedules, data collection, and project implementation under federal regulations.

You will work with specialists on habitat management, wildfire prevention, and restoration initiatives, while training staff, ensuring safety, and engaging with partners and the public to advance conservation objectives.

Competenze

• Experience coordinating field crews and managing on-the-ground projects.
• Knowledge of conservation practices and ecosystem management fundamentals.
• Strong organizational and planning skills for changing field conditions.
• Ability to lead, coach, and support diverse field staff in a safety-focused environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication for reports and stakeholder engagement.

Mansioni

• Oversee day-to-day field operations within designated forest and grassland areas.
• Coordinate field crews, schedules, and project execution.
• Monitor field conditions and report data for habitat management and restoration efforts.
• Collaborate with specialists on wildfire prevention, trail and facility upkeep, and restoration work.
• Prepare reports and support planning processes; engage with local partners and the public.

Conoscenze

Field operations

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Data collection

Written communication

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in forestry or natural resources

Strumenti

GPS

Mapping devices

GIS software

Office software

Descrizione del lavoro

USDA Forest Service in Cody, Wyoming, seeks a Field Manager to oversee day-to-day field operations across forest and grassland areas. You will coordinate crews, schedules, data collection, and project implementation under federal regulations.

You will work with specialists on habitat management, wildfire prevention, and restoration initiatives, while training staff, ensuring safety, and engaging with partners and the public to advance conservation objectives.