Project Manager - Lands Program

Terrestris LLC; Asheville (NC); Remote; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Work-life programs

Job summary

A technology and consulting firm is seeking a Project Manager to support USDA Forest Service's Lands Program in North Carolina. The position requires managing land acquisition projects with a focus on compliance and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma. This part-time role offers the flexibility of remote work and various benefits, including health and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in land adjustments or right-of-way acquisition.
• Strong understanding of Federal lands and right-of-way acquisition policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of lands and right-of-way acquisition projects.
• Conduct land records research and advise on complex issues.
• Ensure compliance with USDA Forest Service standards.

Skills

Land adjustments expertise

Effective communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We are seeking a Project Manager to support the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service’s Lands Program in North Carolina. This position is fully remote.

Please note that this is a part-time position, (8) hours per week, on Tuesdays.

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through.

So, what will the Project Manager at Terrestris do? As the Project Manager you will be responsible for managing the planning and implementation of complete projects. You will plan, coordinate, develop, or manage the full cycle lifecycle of lands and right-of-way acquisition and land adjustments.

What does a typical day look like for the Project Manager?

• Develop schedules, review title work, prepare preliminary and final title opinion packages, and work with forest to work through complex special use projects.
• Conduct land records research and advise staff on complex special use issues.
• Advise staff on complex lands and right-of-way issues.
• Perform on site inspections and works directly with private citizens or NGO’s to acquire rights on behalf of the United States of America.
• Ensure all work is compliant with USDA Forest Service standards.
• Travel to project locations to work with landowners or conduct inspections via privately owned vehicle; project sites will be throughout the National Forests in North Carolina.

What qualifications do you look for?

• Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently without sponsorship.
• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of (10) years of experience in land adjustments, advising on lands related legal matters, or right-of-way acquisition.
• Strong understanding, both theoretical and practical, of Federal lands and right-of way acquisition policy and process.
• Experience managing existing projects through the process.
• Possess demonstrated experience in scheduling and communicating effectively with public and private citizens.
• A self motivated mindset and the ability to work independently to achieve project or program goals.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Competency in computer usage and proficiency in word processing software

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer? We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.