Forester

Background

Located in beautiful Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Resource Conservation District (District, Tahoe RCD) seeks to hire a full-time Forester-Program Specialist. Tahoe RCD is a leader in local conservation and our staff works with a diversity of stakeholders, including land managers, government agencies, fire protection districts, tribal entities, educational institutions, landowners, and others, to protect, restore, and enhance the natural resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Job Description

The Forester will oversee the Forestry Program that manages projects focused on wildfire resiliency and forest health in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Projects include Community Wildfire Protection Plan project implementation, forest health, post-fire restoration and reforestation, hazard tree evaluation, education, and outreach. The position is full-time, working approximately 40 hours per week. The Forester reports to the Executive Director (also a Registered Professional Forester) and will work closely with a broad array of partner organizations, government agencies, and public and private landowners. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of forestry, environmental permitting/regulation, and fuels management. The successful candidate will be able to manage comprehensive projects, multiple initiatives, and build strong partnerships. They will consistently provide professional analysis, compile and present data to interested parties, quickly identify and understand objectives, establish and monitor timelines and deliverables, and be an effective communicator.

Work is performed in the Tahoe RCD office and the field, which can periodically involve long hours. The position is considered ‘at will’ and is year-round, full-time, and non-exempt. This position is a 4-year term with the possibility of extension based on available funding.

Minimum Requirements

• California Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or ability to attain a Registered Professional Foresters License within one year of employment (Must currently qualify to take the RPF Exam to be considered for this position).
• Bachelor’s degree and four or more years of professional experience with a focus in forestry or related field
• Two or more years of supervisory experience
• Experience developing, planning, attaining permits, implementing and monitoring forestry projects, including but not limited to timber harvest, fuels reduction, forest health, and post-fire rehabilitation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, ArcGIS
• Valid California driver’s license

For more information and the full job announcement please visit: https://tahoercd.org/about-us/job-opportunities-2/restoration-forestry-and-land-management-jobs/