Program Manager, Forest Management

Hocking College; Nelsonville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hocking College seeks a Program Manager, Forest Management to lead the academic program, live learning labs, and related entrepreneurial ventures. The role reports to the Dean of the School of Natural Resources & Public Safety and oversees faculty, interns, and student employees.

The position involves teaching, leading program review and accreditation efforts, and developing a sustainable forest management plan aligned with college strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Forest Management or closely related field required; SAF accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-time, professional Forest Management experience.
• Possess or be eligible to acquire SAF Certified Forester certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Forest Management program and live labs, including off-campus sites and entrepreneurial ventures.
• Teach classes each semester and oversee program review and accreditation efforts.
• Develop a sustainable forest management plan and supervise faculty, interns, and student employees.
• Coordinate with the Dean and College departments; manage budgets, grants, and purchasing.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote the program and engage with external partner sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forest Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Student Information System

Learning Management System

Email

Job description

Salary

$60,000-$65,000

I. Position Purpose

The Program Manager, Forest Management serves as the academic administrator and lead entrepreneur responsible for the assigned program. Under the guidance and direction of the Dean, this position performs in alignment with the College’s mission and strategic direction in service to students and their success.

II. Program-Specific Duties And Responsibilities

Responsible for Hocking College’s Forest Management Program, as well as the live learning labs and entrepreneurial endeavors. Under the guidance and direction of the Dean of the School of Natural Resources & Public Safety, the Program Manager, Forest Management leads both independent project management and collaborative efforts to create, maintain, and process materials associated with the program including off-campus lab sites; teaches classes each semester of the year; leads program review and accreditation efforts; develops a sustainable forest management plan for Hocking College; and supervises faculty assigned to teach courses within the program as well as graduate interns and student employees.

III. Position Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducts regular review of all aspects of the program in collaboration with
• Conducts regular review of the program to maximize accreditation
• Responsible for ensuring course fees support the sustainability of the
• Responsible for cultivation of leads, recruitment and enrollment of students in
• Provide effective day-to-day management and administration of the program.
• Supervise all faculty and coordinate adjunct assignments including
• Plan and oversee professional development for program faculty.
• Manage course schedules, assist with faculty and student issues.
• Communicate college policies and ensure they are followed.
• Manage aspects of grant funding as needed.
• Actively engage in Academic Affairs and Institutional activities. Serve on
• Represent the program to students, prospective students and other interested
• Work with Career Technical Centers and traditional secondary schools to
• Collaborate and provide programming for career/program exploration camps
• Lead efforts to collaborate with the marketing department to develop

materials that promote the program (e.g., publications, web page, annual report).

TEACHING AND ADVISING

• Develops and maintains relevant curriculum to ensure student employability
• Maintain required credit hours of teaching load per term.
• Work with students and faculty to resolve conflicts and serve as the second
• Drive student involvement in the advising process by maintaining sufficient
• Manage student files including applications. Keep track of student progress
• Reviews graduation applications prior to final approval by the Dean.
• Act as the lead liaison for practicum sites for the program.

advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees regularly; advising students struggling with coursework; maintaining appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress and completions. Supervise program advisors to accomplish same.

MANAGES LEARNING LABORATORIES AND ENTREPRENEURIAL VENTURES:

• Responsible for identifying entrepreneurial ventures that are in alignment with
• Responsible for identifying and securing grant funds or private contracts to
• Manages purchasing, budgeting, staff, and programming at relevant facilities
• Promotes and publicizes programs and opportunities to include the general
• Coordinates with faculty and staff within the college regarding use of the
• Ensures entrepreneurial ventures are integrated in teaching in academic
• Seeks partnership in support for facility maintenance and restoration,

MAINTAINS THE SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FORESTRY ACCREDITATION

• Ensures all program head responsibilities are met as outlined in the SAF
• Submits substantive changes reports.
• Ensures all SAF accreditation guidelines are met and renewed.

DEVELOPS A SUSTAINABLE HOCKING COLLEGE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN

• Supervises student and temporary casual employees to complete the
• Coordinates forest management activities with the Dean of Natural
• Serves on the Land Management Committee and provides expertise related
• Works to uphold the Ohio and American Tree Farm standards to provide a
• Considers the future opportunity for Hocking College Forests to meet SFI

Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Education, Experience, And Skills

Bachelor Degree in Forest Management or a closely related field required, Master Degree preferred. The degree must be from a SAF‐accredited or CFAB/BCAF‐accredited program.

Minimum of 5 years of full-time, professional, field and/or lab experience within the Forest Management field.

Possess or are eligible to acquire SAF Certified Forester certification.

Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research.

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and learning management system

Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of subject area.

Knowledge of educational theory and application.

Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles.

Interest in and commitment to the 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.

Knowledge of organizational structure.

Current knowledge of programs, objectives, and requirements.

Openness 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.

Positive attitude.

Knowledge of safe working conditions.

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