Forest Stewardship Lead – Maine North Woods

The Nature Conversancy; Augusta (ME); Híbrido; USD 64.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a knowledgeable Forest Stewardship Manager for the Wolastoq - St. John River Forest in Maine.

This hands-on role combines field work with ecological monitoring, coordination of partners, and compliance with forestry standards to advance habitat, carbon, and climate goals. Based in Maine, the position requires extensive field time, overnight travel, and independent decision-making within a statewide land management team.

Formación

• BA/BS or equivalent degree required.
• 5+ years in natural resource management or related field.
• Experience with forest management, inventory, and monitoring.
• Experience managing complex projects, budgets, contracts, timelines, vendors, or staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee forest stewardship to meet FSC and carbon project standards.
• Plan, monitor, and report on ecologically sound forest harvests and restoration projects.
• Coordinate with partners, contractors, and field staff for project delivery.
• Maintain field presence with multi-day site visits and remote meetings.
• Ensure program compliance with policies, standards, and obligations.

Conocimientos

Natural resource management

Project management

GPS/GIS

Communication

Driver's license

Educación

BA/BS in natural resources or related field

Herramientas

GPS/GIS tools

Descripción del empleo

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a knowledgeable Forest Stewardship Manager for the Wolastoq - St. John River Forest in Maine.

This hands-on role combines field work with ecological monitoring, coordination of partners, and compliance with forestry standards to advance habitat, carbon, and climate goals. Based in Maine, the position requires extensive field time, overnight travel, and independent decision-making within a statewide land management team.