Senior Forester — Silviculture & Land Management

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources; Cloquet (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks a NR Forestry Specialist Senior — Silviculture in Cloquet. This exempt professional role leads forestry programs, coordinates tree planting, and writes silvicultural prescriptions.

Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration across divisions are essential to implement strategic Forest Management guidelines. Candidates should hold a Forest Science degree (SAF) or equivalent, possess relevant professional experience, and be prepared to

Qualifications

• BS in Forest Science/Management or SAF Forester status or equivalent.
• Two years journey-level professional forest management with leadership experience, or three years entry-level with timber sales/inventory experience.
• Leadership to motivate staff and coordinate across programs.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer Forestry programs at Area level to meet targets and policies.
• Coordinate annual tree planting, seeding, and site prep with contract crews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

B.S. in Forest Science/Management or SAF forester status

Tools

ESRI products

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks a NR Forestry Specialist Senior — Silviculture in Cloquet. This exempt professional role leads forestry programs, coordinates tree planting, and writes silvicultural prescriptions.

Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration across divisions are essential to implement strategic Forest Management guidelines. Candidates should hold a Forest Science degree (SAF) or equivalent, possess relevant professional experience, and be prepared to