Forestry Director
Quick answer
Placer Resource Conservation District is hiring a full-time Forestry Director (Auburn, CA) paying $97,356 - $151,032 per year to oversee forestry programs and projects focused on wildfire resiliency and forest health.
- Role
- Forestry Director
- Organization
- Placer Resource Conservation District
- Location
- Auburn, California
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $97,356 - $151,032 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Placer Resource Conservation District is seeking a full-time Forestry Director to oversee forestry programs and projects focused on wildfire resiliency and forest health in Placer County, California.
What you'll do
- Manage departmental grants and contracts, including the rigorous tracking of budgets, oversight of project deliverables, and execution of complex state and federal grant reporting.
- Oversee the daily administrative tasks for forestry staff, including the review and approval of timekeeping records, leave requests, and travel/expense reimbursements in compliance with organizational policy.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide ongoing constructive feedback, and maintain department standards.
- Perform detailed analysis of program quality and efficiency; prepare formal written reports of findings and recommendations to optimize service delivery.
- Coordinate with staff and consultants to oversee the preparation and filing of required environmental documentation and permits (e.g., CEQA, NEPA, Forest Practice Act permits).
What it takes
- California Registered Professional Forester (RPF)
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 or more years of professional experience with a focus in forestry or related field
- 3 or more years of supervisory experience
- Experience developing, planning, implementing and monitoring forestry projects, including but not limited to timber harvest, fuels reduction, and reforestation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, ArcGIS
- Valid California driver’s license and current auto insurance
What you'll bring
How we treat you
CalPERS pension plan, Optional 457(b) retirement plan, 12 paid holidays annually, 120 hours PTO (year 1, accrued, increasing at year 2, 5 and 10), 80 hours administrative leave (annual), Health benefits: The District covers up to $1500/month, Vision and
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Auburn, California.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $97,356 - $151,032 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a California Registered Professional Forester (RPF) license, a bachelor’s degree, and 8 or more years of professional experience in forestry or a related field.
How do I apply?
Submit a resume/CV, cover letter, and 3 references to [email protected] with the subject line “Forestry Director Applicant”.
What is the deadline to apply?
The priority application deadline is October 16th, 2026, at 5:00pm.
How to apply
Apply directly on Placer Resource Conservation District's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on Placer Resource Conservation District's official posting before applying.