GIS Analyst

Join the vibrant team at American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) as a GIS Analyst, you’ll play a key role in supporting sustainable forestry practices across the Western U.S. In this role, you’ll manage spatial data, create custom maps, and collaborate with forestry specialists to provide data-driven solutions for clients across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Your work will help shape forestland management strategies that balance environmental stewardship with economic goals. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a team setting, has strong problem-solving skills, and is excited to be part of an innovative, fast-paced environment.

This position can function as a hybrid/remote role, however, candidates must reside within commuting distance of any AFM office in the West (WA, OR, ID, MT).

More about who we are

American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States.  AFM currently manages approximately 5.6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $5.4 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 52 offices located in 20 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.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Mapping

• Produce and support mapping efforts in both industrial and non-industrial private forest landowners
• Maintain and update a variety of internal and client level operational maps
• Support Real Estate and Appraisal departments with map products
• Utilize data driven tools to produce high quality map books

Analysis

• Perform a variety of spatial analysis / overlays and produce well designed reports and tables
• Source and process LiDAR datasets to produce high quality raster products
• Perform slope analysis, create height models, hill shades, derive vector contour datasets
• Calculate net available acres from derived road and hydrology buffers

Operations

• Understand and support forest operations including harvesting, reforestation, and silviculture activities
• Maintain and update GIS data as it pertains to annual forest operations
• Acquire, maintain, and update State and Federal datasets used for both mapping and analysis
• Provide training and assistance to AFM field offices/employees as needed

Inventory

• Utilize operational datasets to support timber cruise design and mapping
• Understand and perform forest inventory update procedures in GIS as they pertain to annual operations
• Provide support for AFM's custom Forest Management System, INFLOR, for Pacific
• Northwest and Intermountain Region client data.
• QA/QC data and reports

Systems

• Aid in design and development of enterprise level GIS architecture and continual improvement processes
• Modernize mapping and analysis efforts utilizing ESRI products including but not limited to Arc GIS Pro, AGOL, Field Maps, and Survey 123
• Align technical strategies with overall AFM vision

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and aptitude using ESRI ArcGIS products, specifically ArcGIS Pro, AGOL, Field Maps, Survey 123 and Enterprise architecture.
• Working knowledge of relational database management systems; SQL, Postgres, Access, etc. and programming languages (Python, R) a plus.
• Working knowledge of MS Office tools; Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.
• Understanding or ability to learn regulatory forest practice laws and requirements as they relate to GIS analysis, specifically in WA and OR.
• Knowledge of forest management operations, forest inventory, growth and yield modeling, harvest scheduling, FPS
• Excellent time management and organization skills to prioritize multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities and demands.
• Good communication and teamwork skills in working with both internal stakeholders and external customers are essential for this position.
• Ability to troubleshoot and creatively find solutions.
• Soft skills: Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Adaptability

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resource management, geography, or geospatial science, or a commensurate level of technical experience in forestry and GIS.

Work Environment

Join our team and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation, integrity, and professional growth. At American Forest Management, we foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where every team member’s contribution is recognized and valued.

Salary and Benefits

Expected salary commensurate with experience.
Salary range: $70,000 - $95,000

Additional compensation:

• 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

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Join us in our commitment to forest management excellence and a dynamic work environment. Apply now to contribute your expertise to our team!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.