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Inventory Forester

Deadline:
Employer:
Weyerhaeuser

Job Field:
Forestry
GIS/Technology
Job Type:
Full Time
Location:
Mississippi
Location Detail:
Hattiesburg, MS; Brookhaven, MS
Job Description:

This position will join the Mississippi Louisiana Team within the Southern Timberlands Business and reports to the Inventory Manager. This is an execution-focused role with the preferred location to be in the Hattiesburg, MS or Brookhaven, MS office. For current Weyerhaeuser employees, there is flexibility for the position to be based out of the Hammond, LA office if the successful candidate currently resides in the general Hammond, LA area. Some overnight travel may be required for off-site meetings and field data verification (less than 10%).

 

 

This role works within the MSLA Planning and Inventory Team, which is responsible for harvest planning, forest inventory, forest data management, and GIS and mapping. The successful candidate will be a key member of this team and assist in managing the forest inventory program, oversee the data quality in the Forest Management System (FMS) and provide mapping services to the MSLA Region. The ideal candidate will be familiar with forest measurement techniques, harvesting and silvicultural (Early and Mid-rotation) practices, knowledge and understanding of cruising/sampling, GIS (ArcMap preferred), GPS, and mobile technologies.

 

 

 

Key Functions:

 

Function as an interface with the operational foresters for inventory completeness and accuracy

Ensure the overall quality and integrity of forest inventory data in the Forest Management System (FMS)

Train and mentor foresters in the use of FMS

Update FMS inventory for acquisitions, divestitures and post-harvest activities

Ensure the quality and integrity of spatial accuracy in FMS

FMS spatial alignment, maintenance, and improvement

Quality assurance/quality checks for spatial accuracy and other data control issues

Provide GIS data services for operations

Lead through creating content and initiating meetings

Solve problems by utilizing spatial technology

Assist in annual harvest planning preparation and processes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree (or higher) in Forestry, GIS or related field OR combination of education and experience

At least 2 years of forest inventory experience is preferred

Knowledge and understanding of forest inventory systems

Understanding of intensive plantation silviculture practices

Strong mensuration, biometrics and statistical knowledge and skills

Strong computer skills with ability to use Office 365 Products

Good verbal and written communication skills

ArcGIS, WebGIS and database management skills preferred

Ability to prioritize and multitask

Ability and willingness to work in a diverse team environment

Miscellaneous:

About Timberlands

We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.

For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

 

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

 

Salary:
TBD
Benefits:

At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren’t just the trees and timberlands we oversee. Our employees are the real reason we’ve been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world. Weyerhaeuser wants to attract and retain the best people. That is why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes an annual bonus plan, 401(k) plan, which includes a generous company match, and comprehensive health benefits.

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your application to http://weyer.jobs/18025

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