Forest Stewards
Published: March 9, 2021
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Description
Forest Stewards is a non-profit corporation created in 2008 as an Associated Entity of Western Carolina University. We have a dual mission of promoting sustainable forest management while educating the next generation of natural resource professionals.
We are active in the design and implementation of forest management treatments on family, municipal, and tribal lands. In addition, Forest Stewards plays a lead role in monitoring prescribed fire effects on federal, state, and NGO holdings for the Southern Blue Ridge Fire Learning Network. We seek a Stewardship and Education Forester who will be integral to these and other projects.
Position Overview
We are seeking candidates for the position of Stewardship and Education Forester.
- Forest Stewards, Inc. Cullowhee, North Carolina
- Job Type Permanent
- Salary Details: Commensurate with experience
- Required Experience: 2 - 6 years
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate forest resource assessments, including creating necessary field maps and organizing equipment
- Assist with the design and implementation of forest stewardship treatments
- Mentor undergraduate student interns and coordinate their daily activities during the summer field season
- Meet with current and potential clients
- Assist with database management, including GIS
- Assist with data summarization and the preparation of forest management plans
- Maintain field and office equipment
- Assist with updating social media
To Apply
Please click "Apply" below to email the following:
- Cover letter describing your background and qualifications, and why you are interested in this position
- Resume
- Transcripts for all post-secondary coursework (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
- Names and contact information for 3 references
Application deadline: Review of applicants will begin April 1, 2021 with the goal of having the individual in place in May 2021. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
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