Forester - District Manager

Our Forestry Division, Weaverville District, has an opening for a qualified District Manager to help oversee the management of the Company’s timberlands in Trinity, Shasta, and Humboldt Counties. This position will be based out of our Weaverville, California office.

About the Position

• Manage District forestry program including all aspects of forest resource management including wildlife, botanical, and hydrological resources as well as timber resources
• Ensure a consistent and reliable supply of raw materials for SPI sawmills while coordinating closely with the procurement team
• Effectively balance issues associated with safe and sustainable forest management, commercial and environmental interests, community relations, and public trust resources
• Plan and implement programs that ensure the effective use of resources to meet the current and long-term objectives of sustainable forest management including fuels reduction, and fire suppression efforts in conjunction with State and Federal agencies
• Plan, direct, and administer timberland management activities including timber harvest operations, insect and disease control, road construction and maintenance, facility upkeep, recreation, grazing, and watershed restoration
• Effectively hire, train, supervise, and mentor foresters and other resource specialists as well as coordinate, assign, monitor and review work of team members
• Represent the Company’s interests while working directly with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies
• Annually forecast District expenses and negotiate contracts to best accomplish goals and outcomes
• Maintain globally recognized forest sustainability certification
• Promote at all times a positive company image, educate key community groups, and engage in local issues advocating approved policy positions of importance to SPI
• Participate actively in the local community as a representative of the Company