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Forester

Deadline:
Employer:
American Forest Management
Job Field:
Forestry
Job Type:
Full Time
Location:
South Carolina
Location Detail:
Chester, South Carolina
Job Description:

is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States. AFM currently manages approximately 6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $4.9 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 52 offices located in 21 states, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.

 

AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

· All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting to landowner/client.

· Lead silviculture and reforestation planning, managing contracts efficiently.

· Design and secure permits for harvest unit layouts in a multifaceted regulatory landscape.

· Oversee road construction, maintenance, permitting, and contract administration.

· Collaborate in budget development and management.

· Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) for effective property management.

· Operate within the Sustainable Forestry Initiative's objectives.

· Fulfill other assignments from the District and Region Manager.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field OR Associate’s Degree in Forestry.

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Proficient team player with adaptability.

· Capability to work in challenging field conditions.

· Valid Driver’s License with safe vehicle operation skills.

· Preferred experience with ArcGIS software.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like Word and Excel.

· Soft Skills: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, attention to detail, time management and decision-making.

Salary:
· Expected salary commensurate with experience.

· Additional compensation:

o Company provided vehicle with unlimited personal use

o Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans

· Paid vacations, sick time and holidays

· Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans

· Short- & Long-Term Disability plans available

· 401(K) retirement plan with matching company contributions

· Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program
How to Apply:

https://americanforestmanagementinc.applytojob.com/apply/CfcFYo93uB/Forester-I

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