Program Manager

Description:

Comprised of more than 284,000 acres in southeast Georgia, the Ft. Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield Forestry program manages one of the largest timber management programs in DoD. An average of 4,000 acres of timber harvests occurs on FS/HAAF annually. Ft Stewart’s Forest Management Program consists of timber marking, harvesting and reforestation to support military training, Threatened and Endangered Species (TES) and ecosystem management.

Timber harvesting is a necessary component of forest management on FS/HAAF that is needed to facilitate military training. Because of the climate and weather, forests and woodlands grow up in dense vegetation quickly in the southeastern US. Without proper forest management to include timber harvesting, the training areas would become unsuitable for infantry, especially heavy infantry training. Stands of timber need to be maintained at low enough densities to allow military maneuvers to take place on a large enough scale to promote realism and effectiveness.

The sale of forest products on the commercial market in accordance with federal law and Army regulations and policy provides a boost to local economies and revenues to the Installation. This helps fund the cost of planning and executing the timber sales, which includes construction and maintenance of many miles of tank trails and dirt roads that are necessary for the removal of the timber. Additionally, military units benefit from this roadwork as they utilize the access provided to the loggers. GALT supports the Forestry Branch by providing personnel and related materials in furtherance of these forestry management activities.

GALT is seeking a Program Manager to serve as its central point of contact with Fort Stewart for work performed under GALT’s Agreement with FSGa for Forestry Support. The Program Manager serves as the Project Manager and Key Advisor to assist the DPW, Forestry Branch in establishing and maintaining sound and viable management of contracting personnel.

• Liaison between contracting agency and the government.
• Assist supervisors within the Branch as needed.
• Provide and compile budgetary requirements for procurement support needed for the completion of the milestone plans for the Forestry mission.
• Procurement of supplies are done on an as needed basis upon the approval of a government official.
• Correspondence with outside agencies is required to complete procurement and budgetary requirements for the Branch.
• Track, Record, Summarize and submit Time and Attendance records.
• Create and maintain Individual Training Requirements and Certification Records as mandated by OSHA.
• Access to government information system.
• Information Assurance and various technology training as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date status of milestone plans and prepare reports on the status of the completion of activities. These reports will be updated as the work is completed and reported to the pertinent government official.
• Utilize GFEBS Software program to place and track purchases needed in support of the project, purchases may include: repairs, fuel, supplies, equipment, DAID spheres, Aerial Ignition Contract, etc.
• Prepare/compile/ submit weekly and monthly reports to management regarding the progression of the project, timber marking, harvesting and other forest management activities. Attend weekly, quarterly, or monthly meetings as part of the Forestry Management Team.
• Schedule all assignments plans and course of action.
• Ensure all support personnel are trained and are abiding by the laws and regulations required for all equipment used in accordance with the DPW, Forestry Branch Safety Handbook and Manufacturer’s Operating Manuals.
• Report all injuries to GALT.
• Report all injuries and accidents to Management immediately.
• Provide Project Management oversights and updates to government staff for timber and forest management.
• Assist with partnerships, education, conferences, tours and outreach programs.
• All reports are prepared and submitted within timelines.
• Review, implement and evaluate safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and guidelines.
• Provide guidance to ensure field personnel understand quarterly safety briefing information.
• Ensure successful completion of all aspects of the PWS.
• Research safety information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the workplace.
• Advise FSGa Supervisor when personnel annual training or certifications are required and provide tracking and reporting.