Maryland Forester
Quick answer
American Bird Conservancy is hiring a remote Senior Maryland Forester (MD-based) paying $56,420*; based on experience, to work with private landowners and local conservation partners in western Maryland, focusing on forest stewardship practices and enhancing forest resilience and carbon attenuation.
- Role
- Maryland Forester
- Organization
- American Bird Conservancy
- Location
- Remote; Western Maryland in the Cumberland, MD area. Work will occur in a five-county service area: Garrett, Allegany, Washington, Frederick, and Carroll Counties.
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $56,420*; Based on experience
- Category
- Other
The role
American Bird Conservancy is seeking a Maryland Forester to work effectively with private forest landowners and local conservation partners in western Maryland, focusing on forest stewardship practices and enhancing forest resilience and carbon attenuation.
What you'll do
- Promote forest management that benefits healthy forests and wildlife to private landowners and consulting foresters
- Identify and directly outreach to private landowners with forest stewardship opportunities
- Conduct site visits to provide technical assistance to advance Forest Stewardship Plan implementation
- Assist with the implementation of Forest Stewardship Plans on private lands
- Solicit competitive bids from qualified contractors to complete management actions
- Certify project completion via site visits, GPS tracking, and photo documentation
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Forestry
- Professional knowledge and skills to assess, devise, and apply strategies for forest management
- Experience developing and implementing site-specific forest management plans/practices
- Willing and able to travel throughout western Maryland
- Excellent networking and communication skills
- Project management experience and organizing and leadership skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, paid vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, lodging, meals, and transportation covered for work-related travel, rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in a remote area in Western Maryland, specifically in the Cumberland, MD area, with work occurring in a five-county service area: Garrett, Allegany, Washington, Frederick, and Carroll Counties.
What is the compensation?
The estimated compensation is $56,420*; based on experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Forestry, professional knowledge and skills in forest management, experience in developing and implementing forest management plans, and excellent communication and project management skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted online at Paylocity or sent as one document to [email protected].
Is the job remote?
Yes, the job is remote with occasional overnight travel.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Bird Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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