Forester II — Project Leader for Timber Sales & MEPA

Montana Historical Society; Plains (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave & Holidays

Health Insurance

Job summary

Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation seeks an experienced professional to lead advanced forest management projects on state endowment lands and other state and federal lands. You will independently plan, coordinate, and implement complex timber sales and related contracts, ensuring MEPA compliance and responsible stewardship of Montana's forests.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Forest Management or related field, 3–4 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forest Management or a related resource management field.
• 3-4 years of progressively responsible experience in forest management.
• Knowledge of MEPA rules and forest management operations.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and evaluate activities on state lands and adhere to laws.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and evaluate activities on state endowment trust lands and other lands to maximize net revenue.
• Coordinate inventory monitoring and perform GIS analysis to identify timber sales.
• Lead MEPA projects including documentation, public comment, and assessment.
• Develop permits, protection plans, and resource improvement projects.

Skills

Forest management

MEPA knowledge

GIS analysis

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

Forest management degree

Tools

GIS software

MS Office

4x4 vehicles

ATVs/UTVs

Job description

Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation seeks an experienced professional to lead advanced forest management projects on state endowment lands and other state and federal lands. You will independently plan, coordinate, and implement complex timber sales and related contracts, ensuring MEPA compliance and responsible stewardship of Montana's forests.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Forest Management or related field, 3–4 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and