Resource Forester
Core
Coordinate silviculture, forest inventory, GIS, and resource activities for Tree Farm operations to advance client objectives for financial returns and environmental stewardship.
Role type
Resource Forester (IC)
Builds
Silviculture plans, forest inventory data, GIS layers, and drone-derived analytics for timberland management.
Domain
Forestry / Natural Capital Investments
Required skills
Silviculture planning, forest inventory, GIS data management, drone operations, contract administration, regulatory compliance, field crew coordination
Preferred skills
Forest engineering, timberland management, remote sensing, bid prospectus preparation, financial modeling
Technologies
ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, ArcGIS Online, Enterprise, geodatabases, aerial imagery, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word
Responsibilities
Support silviculture planning and implementation including reforestation and nursery coordination; Assist with forest inventory, stand measurements, and field inspections; Maintain and quality-check GIS and forestry data; Build and maintain Field Maps projects and offline maps; Support drone operations and remote-sensing workflows; Procure and administer third-party forestry and engineering services; Confirm permits, licenses, and easements before fieldwork; Maintain compliance with laws and forest-practice requirements.
Seniority
Mid-level IC (2+ years experience required)