Forestry Restoration Leader — Remote in AZ

Colorado Psychiatric

Flagstaff (AZ)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 118,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

Employee assistance program

403(b) retirement plan

35 days leave plus holidays

Training & development

Job summary

National Forest Foundation in Flagstaff, Arizona, seeks an experienced Arizona Forestry Program Manager to lead forest restoration programs across Arizona and oversee project implementation with USFS and partners.

The role requires strong forestry experience, partnerships, and budget oversight, with remote work potential and regular travel within the state. Salary ranges up to $118,125 are provided, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources-related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three years’ experience in forestry or conservation project management with knowledge of US Forest Service policies.
Strong understanding of Arizona natural resources issues.
Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the NFF.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain partnerships with the U.S. Forest Service, funders, contractors, other governmental entities, and stakeholders to advance wildfire resilience and forest restoration priorities across Arizona
Lead the development and implementation of forest restoration programs and project pipelines, including annual work planning, partnership coordination, and execution of agreements with the U.S. Forest Service and other funding partners.
Oversee all aspects of forest restoration project implementation, including procurement, contract administration, field oversight, quality assurance and inspections, problem-solving, and project closeout.
Serve as Timber Sale Administrator and Harvest Inspector for forestry projects utilizing all thinning systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, operational standards, and quality control requirements.
Manage complex program and project budgets, contracts, reporting requirements, timelines, compliance obligations, and standard operating procedures.
Monitor, document, and communicate project outcomes and deliverables through written and verbal reports to funders, partners, and NFF leadership.
Support partnership development, fundraising, grant development, and community engagement efforts to secure resources and expand the pace and scale of forest restoration work.
Develop and coordinate wood utilization and biomass removal opportunities associated with restoration projects, including support for Tribal firewood programs, in-stream watershed restoration work, transportation logistics, and long‑term supply planning.
Supervise Arizona forestry staff and forestry technician contractors, providing leadership, mentorship, performance oversight, and clear expectations
Apply advanced forestry expertise and professional judgment to address complex operational, technical, and partnership challenges and ensure the highest standards of project delivery and stewardship.
Serve as a principal forestry subject matter expert and representative in Arizona and the Southwest Region, maintaining expertise in emerging restoration practices, policy developments, funding models, utilization opportunities, and industry trends.
Represent NFF in collaborative groups, public forums, educational events, media engagement, and strategic communications efforts, and providing technical support and guidance to NFF programs across the organization.