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Forester I

Employer
American Forest Management
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

Founded in 1966, American Forest Management, Inc. is a nationally recognized land and natural resource consulting firm headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. AFM provides sustainable land management, consulting, and real estate services for a diverse range of land assets - including timberland, farmland, and other privately held lands - serving landowners throughout the United States, Panama, and Costa Rica.

AFM’s team of experienced professionals works closely with clients to understand and achieve their objectives through a comprehensive suite of land management and advisory services. With 50 regionally based offices managing almost 6 million acres, AFM offers strong local expertise, while its national platform supports collaboration among multidisciplinary teams of foresters and technical specialists to manage large and complex land projects.

AFM’s services include land and wildlife management; land sales and acquisitions; forest inventory, planning, and design; growth and yield modeling; cash-flow projections; environmental and farmland services; appraisal; forest resource data management; and harvest scheduling.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field OR Associate’s Degree in Forestry with 2+ years of experience.
  • 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.
  • Proficiency in 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.
Job Field:
Forestry
Job Type:
Full Time
Location Detail:
North Chesterfield, VA
Application Deadline:

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