Staff Forester Elkins WV

FORECON, Inc.; Oak Hill (WV); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A consulting forestry firm is seeking a Full Time Staff Forester in Oak Hill, West Virginia. The role involves supervising forestry projects, conducting timber inventories, and client interaction. Candidates need a degree in Forestry and field experience, with compensation ranging from $19.00 to $25.00 per hour based on experience. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment while ensuring quality assurance in forestry practices.

Qualifications

• Possess a college degree in Forestry.
• Two (2)+ years of practical field experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Excel, Word, Access.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise timber inventories.
• Mark timber stands for various types of harvests.
• Monitor timber sales for contract compliance.

Skills

Forest mensuration techniques

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently and in groups

Physical ability to work under adverse conditions

Education

4-year college degree in Forestry

2-year college degree in Forestry

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance

Position Overview

Forester – Elkins, West Virginia.

FORECON, Inc. has an immediate opening in its West Virginia operations for a highly motivated Full Time Staff Forester to assist the Chief Forester/Regional Office Manager in conducting and supervising forestry consulting projects.

Candidate must have either a) a 4-year college degree in Forestry plus 2 years forestry field experience; or b) a 2-year college degree in Forestry plus 5 years forestry field experience. Experience should be in cruising, timber sale administration, logging contractor relationship management, and will reside near one of these five (5) West Virginia communities: Elkins, Buckhannon, Weston, Flatwoods, Summersville.

Principal Duties

• Conduct and supervise timber inventories, timber-sale preparation, timber sale contract and logging contract administration.
• Mark timber stands for various types of harvests.
• Meet with existing and potential clients.
• Process inventory data as needed.
• Monitor timber sales periodically for contract and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure quality assurance/quality control of technical and professional work.
• Communicate results and expectations with the Regional Office Manager.
• Make on-site decisions in response to adverse or unexpected conditions.
• Interact with contractors, clients, colleagues and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Respect confidentiality of information.

Principal Requirements

• Possess a college degree in Forestry.
• Two (2)+ years of practical field experience preferred.
• Competent in forest mensuration techniques including point, plot and 100% tally inventory methods.
• Able to work alone and with large groups.
• Physically able to work in adverse conditions (steep slopes, inclement weather, thick vegetation) for extended periods of time; able to lift/carry up to 40 lbs of equipment.
• Self‑motivated, with strong communication skills, both written and oral in English.
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Excel, Word, Access and the ability to use forestry data processing programs is required.

Job Type & Compensation

Full‑time. Starting compensation: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience; paid overtime.

Additional Information

A “Task and Duty Guide” for this position is available upon request. Pay and benefits are commensurate with skills and experience. Entrepreneurial spirit, solid communication skills, strong work ethic, and dedication to meet company and client needs are essential.

FORECON, Inc. is a multi‑disciplinary full‑service consulting forestry firm operating out of five offices throughout NY, PA and WV. Our corporate headquarters is in Falconer, NY.

Our clients include institutional investors, TIMOs, private, industrial and municipal forest landowners. Please visit our website: http://www.foreconinc.com.