Forester/Associate Forester — Growth in SW Louisiana

Manulife; DeRidder (LA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulifeis seeking a qualified Forester or Associate Forester to join our DeRidder, Louisiana team. The role supports forest management across ~170,000 acres, with responsibilities spanning planning, budgeting, and contractor coordination.

The position offers growth opportunities, collaboration with global MIMTA staff, and eligibility for a vehicle reimbursement plan or company fleet. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in forestry or related field.
• A minimum of 2 years’ forest management experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and be insurable with company’s commercial carrier.
• Strong computer and analytical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn and apply key financial concepts to business decisions.
• Must be a great teammate and have strong communication.
• Client service oriented.
• Complete drug testing requirement and comply to company’s drug and alcohol policy.

Responsibilities

• Assisting delivered timber harvesting operations including planning, harvest layout, contract administration, timber security, quality inspections and reporting. Developing site specific silviculture prescriptions, planning, budgeting, and implementing all applicable operations.
• Administering local reforestation programs to ensure successful plantations are reestablished that meet or exceed growth expectations.
• Update inventory and mapping software in conjunction with resource support personnel.
• Asset protection, working with external consultants, contractors and state agency personnel to ensure casualty losses are minimized.
• Work with HFM Recreational License Administrators, hunters, and other recreational users to ensure license compliance and improve non‑timber revenue.
• Participate in special projects to add diversity and broaden skills.

Skills

Forestry knowledge

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

Team player

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manulifeis seeking a qualified Forester or Associate Forester to join our DeRidder, Louisiana team. The role supports forest management across ~170,000 acres, with responsibilities spanning planning, budgeting, and contractor coordination.

The position offers growth opportunities, collaboration with global MIMTA staff, and eligibility for a vehicle reimbursement plan or company fleet. Salary is commensurate with experience.