Southern Appalachian Forest Recovery Program Manager
Quick answer
The National Forest Foundation is hiring a remote Senior Southern Appalachian Forest Recovery Program Manager (US-based) paying $95,000 - $118,750 per year to lead forest recovery and reforestation projects in the southern Appalachians.
- Role
- Southern Appalachian Forest Recovery Program Manager
- Organization
- National Forest Foundation
- Location
- Western, North Carolina
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $95,000 - $118,750 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Southern Appalachian Forest Recovery Program Manager will provide programmatic leadership and technical support for forest recovery and reforestation projects in the southern Appalachians, working with the U.S. Forest Service and other partners.
What you'll do
- Develop and expand NFF’s scope of forest recovery and reforestation work in the southern Appalachians
- Work closely with the U.S. Forest Service, forestry consultants, and partners to identify and prioritize restoration sites
- Develop and advance forest recovery opportunities from early identification and assessment through implementation
- Lead collaborative development of field team strategies and work plans
- Manage a strategic portfolio of forestry projects through their full life cycle
- Support and supervise program staff
What it takes
- Undergraduate degree in conservation, forestry, ecology, natural resource management, planning, landscape design, environmental science, or related field
- Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in forestry, ecological restoration, reforestation, conservation program management, project planning, and/or coordinating project implementation
- Experience leading project planning, accomplishment, and budget tracking, and project operations management
- Experience supervising and managing project-level staff
- Demonstrated success coordinating multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience facilitating, building consensus, and securing agreements in collaborative processes
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, EAP, 403(b) retirement plan, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible leave, training & development, professional development reimbursement, travel opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located within the Southern Appalachians, with a strong preference for a community in western North Carolina.
What is the compensation package?
The salary range is $95,000 - $118,750 per year, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, 403(b) retirement plan, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible leave, training & development, and professional development reimbursement.
How do I apply?
Applications must include both a cover letter and resume. Incomplete packages will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and this posting will close on October 30th, 2026, or earlier if filled.
What is the work schedule?
This is a remote position and requires reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace.
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include an undergraduate degree in a relevant field, 4+ years of professional experience, and experience in project management, forest recovery, and staff supervision.
How to apply
Apply directly on National Forest Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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