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Posted Date: February 14, 2024
Closing Date: Open until filled; early application encouraged
Work Arrangement: Hybrid position based in the Arkansas River Basin, some office work and travel required
Job Classification: Full-Time, Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Location: Salida, Colorado (or nearby community)
Supervisor: Executive Director
Compensation: $29-32/hour ($60,320-$66,560/year)
Position Overview
The Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative (ARWC) seeks a motivated individual to manage and advance forest health projects across the Arkansas River Basin. The Lead Forester plays a pivotal role in the organization, managing ARWC’s robust forestry program, including wildfire risk reduction, fuels mitigation, and fire and flood projects. This position requires a mix of field expertise, program development, and community collaboration.
To date, ARWC has completed hundreds of acres of forest health and wildfire risk reduction projects in close partnership with Federal and State agencies, municipalities, and other nonprofit organizations. The Lead Forester will focus primarily on the Upper Arkansas Basin (Lake, Fremont, Chaffee, Custer, and Teller Counties) but may work throughout the basin as projects are developed.
About Us
ARWC champions watershed health initiatives for economic, ecological, and societal benefit throughout Colorado’s Arkansas River Basin. We create resilient and healthy watersheds, build networks of informed and active community members, and provide expertise and support in the wake of wildfires. Together, we’re not just envisioning—we’re actively building—a sustainable legacy for the Arkansas River Basin. Discover more at arkcollaborative.org.
Location
To best serve the needs of our basin, ARWC employees are located throughout the organization’s service territory. Staff work from home offices and travel to project sites when necessary. We also have dedicated office space at Colorado Mountain College in Salida, Colorado. Forestry projects occur throughout the basin and current focus areas include Lake County, Teller County, and the Wet Mountains region. The successful candidate will be expected to relocate to the Arkansas Basin within six months. Relocation assistance may be available to highly qualified candidates.
Core Responsibilities
Program Management (50%)
Program Development (25%)
Monitoring and Evaluation (15%)
Administrative & Other Duties (10%)
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Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, hourly position with an average of 40 hours/week. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience, but we anticipate hiring between $29 and $32/hour. ARWC offers a generous benefits package, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays), SIMPLE IRA matching contributions, and flexible work arrangements.
How to Apply: This position is open until filled. Early applications are strongly recommended. Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter, 2) resume (max 3 pages), and 3) list of 3 references (in a single pdf) by e-mail to jobs@arkcollaborative.org with the subject line “Lead Forester”. References will only be contacted if you are selected for a final interview.
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