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In recent years, California forests have been devastated by historical mega-fires, and burned landscapes are at risk of a full-type conversion. The Governor’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force Working Group has identified are forestation opportunity of ~1.5 million acres across the state. Currently, California state seed banks do not have enough seeds to meet this need. The pace and scale of cone collection across the state must rapidly increase to improve forest resilience. American Forests is working to do so on private and public lands through collaboration with the United States Forest Service Region 5 (USFS R5) and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CALFIRE) through the Reforestation Pipeline Partnership (RPP) and the development of the California Cone Corps.
The CA Cone Corps – USFS Foresthill Seed Orchard Coordinator (Coordinator) will directly contribute to an increase in cone monitoring and collection. The Technician will receive hands-on experience in the field of reforestation with guidance from industry experts. Additionally, they will contribute to American Forests and the USDA Forest Service Region 5’s efforts by supporting the seed orchard’s overall production and the health of the trees. They will increase the capacity at the seed orchard to monitor and collect viable cone crops – ultimately helping to fill gaps in the state seed banks. They will maintain and improve the orchard grounds, ensuring that the operation runs smoothly for the trees to have maximum productivity.
This position is a unique opportunity to be a part of a high-level reforestation project and contribute directly to the needs of California’s forest ecosystems, including post-fire recovery. It is a great chance to build a career in forestry and/or natural resources. The skills that will be gained through this position are in high demand.
Specific Responsibilities
Seed Orchard Management (80%)
Field Work (10%)
Program Support (10%)
As needed, support the overall goals of American Forests and USFS forest management and reforestation projects.
Contract Timeline:
• Full Time (40 hrs/week)
• Starting in June-July for 26 weeks
Location:The CA Cone Corps – USFS Seed Orchard Coordinator position will be based in Foresthill, California at the USFS Foresthill Seed Orchard. They will be expected to work in person at the Seed Orchard, with shifts varying depending on the season. Some weekend shifts may be required.
Most days will be spent in the field where the Coordinator will be expected to stand, walk, or sit for long periods. The work does require lifting materials which may weigh up to 40 lbs. Office work will also be expected including recordkeeping, contract administration, attending meetings, writing reports, and emailing. At times, responsibilities may take place in a field setting. The field setting includes, but is not limited to the following:
1. Varying terrain and dense vegetation (possible exposure to wildlife, ticks, poison oak, and mosquitos), hot, wet, and cold conditions
2. Severely burned landscapes with standing dead trees and little/no shade coverage
Reforestation efforts in California have expanded in recent years, in part due to the efforts of American Forests. This rapid growth has led to an increase in job opportunities across the sector. While employment is not guaranteed upon completion of the term, skills gained will be of value to the reforestation industry and to American Forests as our organization continues to grow.
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