Registered Forester Lead — THP Design & Field Ops

GREEN DIAMOND SHARED SERVICES LLC; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, vision & dental insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Green Diamond Shared Services LLC is seeking an experienced Registered Professional Forester to lead Timber Harvest Plans under the supervision of a District Forester. The role emphasizes sound forestry practices, practical problem-solving, and responsible stewardship of forestlands along California's coast.

You will spend significant time in the field, collaborating with Operations, Roads, Wildlife, and Silviculture teams to move THPs from assessment through implementation, while adhering to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of forest management experience across THP layout, engineering, road design, and harvest systems.
• Solid understanding of California Forest Practice Rules, Fish and Wildlife regulations, and water-quality requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead THP preparation from initial fieldwork to approval and implementation.
• Evaluate ground conditions and design cost-effective harvest plans.
• Layout harvest units and roads for field operations.
• Coordinate with Operations, Roads, Wildlife, and other resources to move plans forward.
• Provide technical supervision to forestry staff and conduct archaeological surveys as required.
• Develop 3–4 THPs annually based on acreage and complexity.
• Support safety programs and maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Field work

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-disciplinary communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forest Management or Natural Resources

California RPF license

Job description

Green Diamond Shared Services LLC is seeking an experienced Registered Professional Forester to lead Timber Harvest Plans under the supervision of a District Forester. The role emphasizes sound forestry practices, practical problem-solving, and responsible stewardship of forestlands along California's coast.

You will spend significant time in the field, collaborating with Operations, Roads, Wildlife, and Silviculture teams to move THPs from assessment through implementation, while adhering to