Forest Management Program Director

Hocking College; Nelsonville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hocking College seeks a Program Manager, Forest Management to lead the academic program, live learning labs, and related entrepreneurial ventures. The role reports to the Dean of the School of Natural Resources & Public Safety and oversees faculty, interns, and student employees.

The position involves teaching, leading program review and accreditation efforts, and developing a sustainable forest management plan aligned with college strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Forest Management or closely related field required; SAF accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-time, professional Forest Management experience.
• Possess or be eligible to acquire SAF Certified Forester certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Forest Management program and live labs, including off-campus sites and entrepreneurial ventures.
• Teach classes each semester and oversee program review and accreditation efforts.
• Develop a sustainable forest management plan and supervise faculty, interns, and student employees.
• Coordinate with the Dean and College departments; manage budgets, grants, and purchasing.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote the program and engage with external partner sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forest Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Student Information System

Learning Management System

Email

Job description

Hocking College seeks a Program Manager, Forest Management to lead the academic program, live learning labs, and related entrepreneurial ventures. The role reports to the Dean of the School of Natural Resources & Public Safety and oversees faculty, interns, and student employees.

The position involves teaching, leading program review and accreditation efforts, and developing a sustainable forest management plan aligned with college strategy.