Forester- Quitman, MS

Forest Resource Consultants, Inc. is seeking to fill a Forester position located in the Quitman, Mississippi area.  The following information describes our requirements and job responsibilities.

Interested and qualified parties should send resumes no later than October 31st, 2025.

Position Title:             Forester

Reports To:                 Account Manager

Job Description:  To provide support to the FRC organization in pursuit of continuously improving the quality and productivity of services provided to clients.  Basic responsibility includes assisting local Account Manager, Operations Manager, and appraisers in the completion of tasks focused on satisfying various clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Forestry
• Two to five years’ experience preferred but not required
• Substantial intern experience will be considered
• Exhibit good interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated
• Ability and willingness to travel locally
• Proficient in basic Windows software, i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook
• Employee must provide reliable 4WD transportation as well as automobile insurance.  Company reimburses for business use on a per mile basis at the allowable IRS rate.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct timber inventories
• Mark sale boundaries, SMZ’s, etc., as required
• Supervise contract operations to ensure compliance with the terms of the contract
• Check on progress of scheduled forest management activities, ensuring compliance with BMP’s, governmental regulations, and company policies
• Complete timber sale inspections
• Collect GPS field data as required
• Assist in timely completion of special projects
• Present positive image of FRC at all times

Key Competencies:

• Must be proficient in technical forestry skills
• Motivated to plan and accomplish work with a minimum degree of supervision
• Exhibits strong work ethic and pride in work quality
• Ability to work efficiently with a variety of people and personalities
• Basic understanding of the business in terms of services provided and profitability

Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.  Competitive benefits package includes health care, life and disability insurance, generous 401(k) plan, optional dental insurance, vacation, and holidays.

FURNISH:

Send resume and professional references to the following address for consideration:

Attn: Brad Edmonds, P.O. Box 75 Quitman, MS 39355. Resumes also accepted via email to:            Brad.Edmonds@frcemail.com.

Forest Resource Consultants, Inc. is a large regional southeastern consulting firm with an excellent reputation and diverse client base, maintaining a highly ethical work standard and professional top-quality staff. 

Forest Resource Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.  Forest Resource Consultants, Inc. is an E-Verify company.