IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
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Position Title:
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Stewardship Project Director - Forester
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Department
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Conservation
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Location:
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Statewide
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Reports To:
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Director of Conservation and Stewardship
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Job Classification
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Full-time (40 hour week)
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Job Description: Stewardship Project Director- Forester (SPDF) will serve as the lead biologist for NJA’s forest stewardship activities and take a leadership role on statewide forest management issues applying the tenets of ecological forestry on both public and private lands. The successful applicant should have an entrepreneurial and innovative attitude and be willing to explore novel opportunities to advance the mission of NJA. The FSPD will engage in a wide range of activities, including, but not limited to: developing and consulting on Forest Stewardship Plans, applying for and managing Forest Stewardship Council certification, providing management, coordination, technical support and development of habitat conservation and protection plans/strategies, performing field assessments that may include timber marking and cruising and oversight of forest management activities, aiding in habitat conservation and restoration activities, and interaction with various partners (public, private and governmental) to promote effective, active forest management actions associated with improving overall forest vitality as well as critical habitats for threatened, endangered and declining plants, animals and natural communities in specific focal areas.
Major Responsibilities:
- Lead biologist on forest stewardship initiatives for NJA including FSC certification and plan development.
- Primary representative for NJA on statewide and regional forestry committees, boards, and councils.
- Provides oversight and project management for implementation of specific field-based projects in focal areas.
- Engages private and public landowners to develop regional forest management strategies for conservation.
- Organizes and conducts conservation planning workshops for stakeholders within focal areas.
- Works with the Director of Conservation and other department staff to identify funding sources and prepare project reports and proposals.
- Identifies opportunities to expand NJA conservation programs.
- Creates, manages and administers project grants and budgets.
- Initiates and completes project reports and grant proposals as well as identifying and cultivating new opportunities to expand NJA conservation program.
- Explores novel opportunities to advance the mission of NJA
- Works with the Director of Conservation and Stewardship to maintain existing key relationships with partners, funders, and other contacts as well as completing other tasks as requested.
- Flexibility to adjust hours to meet needs of the Conservation Department and organization as required.
- Participates with other mission area staff to adopt a “team” approach towards daily operations at the assigned work station.
Knowledge/Skills
- A motivated self-starter who is also a strong team player.
- Experience managing multiple projects.
- Excellent writing and speaking skills essential.
- Proficiency in the tools of modern forestry, including GIS software (e.g. ESRI) and modeling software
- Familiarity with the laws and practices of forest stewardship in New Jersey are highly valued traits
- Familiarity with a variety of software programs, including standard Microsoft software products. GPS experience is a plus.
- Possess effective time management skills and the ability to organize complex projects.
- Experience developing and implementing forest restoration projects.
- Fundraising or grant writing experience is beneficial.
Qualifications:
- M.S. in forestry, wildlife biology, natural resources, or related field preferred including an emphasis in land management and/or conservation planning. Relevant experience may be substituted for education.
- · Strong, ecological forestry background with some knowledge of wildlife and habitat management within forest ecosystems.
- · Experienced in forest management and planning, timber inventory, marking and sales.
- · Experience with southern pine ecosystems and hardwood management is essential.
- Minimum of two years experience as an applied forester developing forest stewardship plans.
- Must be willing to travel and work weekends and nights as required. This requires a reliable vehicle and a valid New Jersey Driver’s License.
- Must be able to perform field work, such as planting and walking on uneven surfaces, and be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
- Flexibility to adjust hours to meet specials needs of the department and the organization
Starting Date: Immediate.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Deadline: This position will remain open until filled
Application: Qualified individuals may apply by sending resume with cover letter with salary requirements, three professional references, and three writing samples that include at least one example of a prepared forest stewardship plan, to gylla.macgregor@njaudubon.org or by mail to
Gylla MacGregor
Wattles Stewardship Center
1024 Anderson Road
Port Murray, NJ 07865
Phone: (908) 837-9571
New Jersey Audubon Society is an equal opportunity employer.
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