Employer Sierra Pacific Industries Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations.Our more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in the Western United States are sustainably managed by professionals in our Forestry Division. Currently, our Forestry Division in Anderson, California has an opening for a manager knowledgeable in forest inventory methods and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).About the PositionManage Forestry GIS and Inventory Systems across California, Oregon, and WashingtonEffectively supervise and mentor GIS staffOrganize, plan, and direct GIS staff activities, including generating maps and resource reports, and oversight of work productCollaborate with and provide technical assistance to other GIS staff, District Foresters, and technical specialists relating to standard data collection tools and systems (e.g. iPad, GPS)Perform comprehensive data queries and analyses using GIS for internal and contract technical specialistsAccurately read, analyze, and interpret maps and aerial photographyMaintain and update critical GIS map files and data in relational databasesEffectively manage data collection for annual timber harvest depletion and inventory updatesManage essential files and reports related to carbon offset programEnsure Lands Record Management System and Tax Parcel Database are accurately maintainedEffectively analyze and solve problems, demonstrate good judgement, with best practice decisions and minimal oversightWork collaboratively and in support of Company’s goals and objectives in a team environment QualificationsBachelors’ degree in Forestry, GIS, or Natural ResourcesCalifornia Registers Professional Forester license desiredStrong experience using ArcGIS Pro and GIS systemsWorking knowledge of forest inventory methods and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)Experience with Atlas GIS desirable, and experience with Microsoft Access a plusDemonstrated skill in leadership, effective communication, motivation, and people managementExcellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated organizational skills with superior attention to detailAbility to build collaborative working relationships within an organization Job Field: Forestry GIS/Technology Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Anderson, CA Salary: $85,000 to $110,000 per year is the general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education. Job Benefits: We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance.How to ApplyIf you are qualified and would like to join our team,please send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to:Sierra Pacific IndustriesHuman ResourcesPO Box 496011Redding, CA 96049(866) 378-8001or apply online at the link to full job posting below.You can view all our career opportunities at: spi-ind.com/forestryApplications open until filled Application Deadline: Sat, 08/01/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.spi-ind.com/Careers/Details/4073705272026
