Area Manager

Join the vibrant team at American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) as a Forester in Northeast Texas/ Arkansas. Reporting directly to the District Manager, this role plays a pivotal part in comprehensive forest management, overseeing planning, permitting, timber harvest, road construction, silviculture, client reporting, and budgeting. You’ll also handle additional duties assigned by the District and Region Manager.

More about who we are:
American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States.  AFM currently manages approximately 5.6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $5.4 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 52 offices located in 20 states, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.

AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling. 

Full-time position – Responsible for providing forest management services on property located in NE Texas/Arkansas. Minimum of 40 hours per week required, vehicle provided, out-of-town and overnight work may be required (expenses paid).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting to landowner/client.
• Assists in managing all aspects of logging operations including harvest set up, harvest inspections and merchandising trees into various forest products.
• Assists in planning, negotiations, administration, and inspection of other forestry-related activities such as road construction and maintenance, timber marking, boundary establishment, and other land management projects as assigned.
• Assists in development and administering budgets.
• Monitors BMP and EMS Compliance to ensure third party SFI Certification.
• Uses Geographic Information System (GIS) to assist in managing TIMO lands.
• Participates in forest inventory projects individually or with a team.
• Generate new business by meeting with potential clients to explain our business, etc.
• Create management plans that capture landowner objectives and offer solutions to achieve those goals.
• Perform all aspects of timber sale development, including timber inventory, boundary establishment, preparing timber sale bid notices, marketing, and reviewing timber sale contracts.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts with independent contractors for clients’ management services.
• Supervise contracted services, including certifying completion of work for payment.

Additional Requirements:

• Highly proficient with MS Word, Excel, and GIS software.
• Ability to use GPS and hand-held data recorders.
• Required travel and ability to function as a team member on large projects throughout the U.S.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field OR Associate’s Degree in Forestry with 5+ years of experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient team player with adaptability.
• Capability to work in challenging field conditions.
• Valid Driver’s License with safe vehicle operation skills.
• Preferred experience with ArcGIS software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like Word and Excel.
• Soft Skills: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, attention to detail, time management and decision-making.

Work Environment: 
This role balances office work with remote field assignments. Fieldwork often involves solo ventures into remote forest lands accessed by private unimproved roads, necessitating off-road driving skills. Expect extended periods outdoors, including adverse weather conditions like summer heat and extreme cold. Travel to properties Northeast Texas & Arkansas is required, potentially involving out-of-town and overnight stays (expenses covered).

Salary and Benefits: 

• Expected salary commensurate with experience.
• Company provided vehicle with unlimited personal use
• Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans
• Paid vacations, sick time and holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans
• Short- & Long-Term Disability plans available
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching company contributions
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Join us in our commitment to forest management excellence and a dynamic work environment. Apply now to contribute your expertise to our team!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.