Forest Economics & Utilization Manager — Small-Diameter Wood Markets

PeopleAdmin, Inc.

Las Vegas (NM)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking an Economist specialized in forest economics, restoration, utilization and marketing to lead outreach, teaching and research through FWRI. The role focuses on developing markets for small-diameter trees and promoting renewables in the Southwest, collaborating with agencies and industry.

The incumbent will teach one economics course per semester in the Highlands University Forestry Department and secure grant funding from federal, state and private

Qualifications

  • Post-graduate degree in Forest Economics, Agricultural Economics, Business or related field.
  • At least one degree in forestry, natural resources management or related field, or comparable professional experience, is required.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience directly related to forest economics and utilization.
  • PhD with specialization in forest resource management and economics; ABD candidates considered.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as FWRI specialist in forest economics, marketing and utilization by industry of forest products.
  • Develop markets for woody material from restoration projects.
  • Teach one economics course per semester at Highlands University.
  • Collaborate with federal/state agencies and SWERI institutes and other stakeholders.
  • Prepare project reports and assessments based on economic data.

Skills

Collaboration
Effective communication
Grants acquisition
Applied research
Economics knowledge
Forest products marketing
Stakeholder engagement
Report writing
Graduate teaching

Education

Post-graduate degree in Forest Economics / Agricultural Economics / Business
Additional forestry/natural resources degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Statistical analysis
Economic modeling
Grant writing tools

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking an Economist specialized in forest economics, restoration, utilization and marketing to lead outreach, teaching and research through FWRI. The role focuses on developing markets for small-diameter trees and promoting renewables in the Southwest, collaborating with agencies and industry.

The incumbent will teach one economics course per semester in the Highlands University Forestry Department and secure grant funding from federal, state and private

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