Forestry and Natural Resource Site Manager

Hocking College; Nelsonville (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Nelsonville, OH seeks a Forestry and Natural Resource Site Manager to teach courses and manage site operations. This position involves instructing students on forestry and natural resource management, supervising interns, and ensuring proper training on equipment and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, have at least two years of professional experience, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Opportunities for professional development are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Two years of professional experience in natural resources.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses in forestry and natural resource management.
• Lead live learning labs related to habitat restoration.
• Assist with site operations and forest management.

Skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Technology skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forestry, conservation biology, environmental science, or wildlife management

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Tractors

Light and heavy equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position: Forestry and Natural Resource Site Manager

Location: Nelsonville, OH

Job Id: 860

# of Openings: 1

Overview

Forestry and Natural Resource Site Manager

Under direct supervision of the Program Director of Forest Management, this position performs multiple functions including teaching courses throughout the academic year (and summers when necessary), assisting with site operations and land management practices, providing hands-on educational experiences, participating in departmental activities, supporting recruitment and enrollment efforts, and completing summer campus projects as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Instruct a range of courses in classroom and field-based settings, including forestry, forest management, land navigation, mapping field equipment operation, and natural resource management.
2. Lead live learning labs related to habitat restoration, environmental mitigation, native plantings, invasive species removal, and TSI work.
3. Manage entrepreneurial endeavors and community involvement.
4. Supervise employees, interns, students, and others in the above areas.
5. Assist with site operations and forest management across locations including the main campus, the Hocking Land Lab, Lake Snowden, and other sites to create meaningful courses for students and external stakeholders.
6. Assist the Program Director with pursuing grant opportunities.
7. Represent the program to students, prospective students, and other interested parties at recruiting events on- and off-campus.
8. Assist the Program Director in forging relationships with Career-Technical Centers.
9. Collaborate and provide programming for career exploration camps.
10. Assist the Program Manager with marketing efforts.
11. Evaluate the work of students related to academic performance and employment.
12. Ensure all staff and students are adequately trained.
13. Assist the Program Manager in strategic planning, natural resources operations, and budgeting.
14. Manage and maintain natural resources equipment and buildings.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, conservation biology, environmental science, wildlife management, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of full-time, professional experience in the natural resources field.
• Evidence of professional development in the field through activity in professional associations, consulting, seminars/workshops, formal coursework, and/or research.
• Knowledge of tractors, implements, light and heavy equipment operation, and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of logging practices, timber stand improvement techniques, fire suppression, controlled burn, and related safety practices.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools for safe operation.
• Knowledge of building and repairing trails, water bars, wildlife grazing areas, mowing, reseeding log landings and log roads, and seed collection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technology skills including email, student information system, and learning management system.
• Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of subject area and educational theory and application.
• Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles; commitment to learner-centered educational process.
• Educational technology skills; confidentiality; caring attitude toward students.
• Learning and self-motivation skills; willingness to extend self to help students succeed.
• Knowledge of college resources available to students; awareness of program objectives and requirements.
• Open to suggestions for improvement; attention to detail; flexibility in dealing with others; ability to work as a team member; ability to prioritize work.
• Behaves in accordance with Hocking College and Academic Affairs mission, goals, and values; maintains a positive attitude; knowledge of safe working conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).