Employer Three Vowels, LLC (contractor of NC State University) Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Background The Silvics of North America (SNA) is the most cited and used silviculture guide globally. With 195 tree species listed, the SNA has been an invaluable resource for foresters looking for information on species range, regeneration, growth, insects and diseases, and genetics. It was first published in 1965 and last updated in 1990. Much has changed since 1990, and the SNA is now out of date regarding information (for example, adaptive management for resilience to environmental stressors, contemporary range maps, current genetic information, and species range projections), a user-friendly delivery system (currently a hardcopy book and scanned PDF files), and a mechanism for periodic updates to keep pace with the rapidly changing information and conditions. A revised and expanded version of the SNA will meet the need for up-to-date information accessible online and readable across devices in a searchable and interactive format. For additional project information, contact Mac Callaham, USNAP Project Manager mac.a.callaham@usda.govJob Duties For the reasons stated above, the USDA Forest Service, Canadian Forest Service, and National Forestry Commission of Mexico initiated the Updated Silvics of North America Project (USNAP) in 2021 to revise the SNA. Currently the USNAP is in the process of producing 80+ chapters, facilitating the peer review process, and hosting the final web platform. In support of this ongoing work, the USDA Forest Service is seeking a coordinator, hired through the contract vendor Three Vowels, LLC, to lead project coordination efforts. Duties will include: Working with USNAP leadership and coordinators from Canada and Mexico to promote and facilitate overall project goals. Serving as the first point of contact for internal project teams and the public. Responding to the needs of USNAP teams (100+ members) and helping to ensure the scientific integrity of the project. Working with the Managing Editor and peer review teams to ensure effective and efficient peer review of submitted chapters. Working with the web development team to ensure timely release of publications and other project information. Tracking chapter development progress. Managing online collaboration and the file sharing system. Maintaining project records, updating project documents, and communicating changes to stakeholders as needed. Recruiting and onboarding new authors and project team members as needed. Receiving and processing authorship applications.Conducting stakeholder outreach to coordinate with colleges providing a graduate-level USNAP course. QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or another biological field Excellent organizational and communication skills Problem solving skills Leadership in team management Experience in project management and coordination Familiarity with stakeholder engagement Experience in process tracking and facilitation Proficiency in MS Office Experience in web maintenance and applicationSpanish language skills preferredFamiliarity with environmental science disciplines related to forestry Duration The position is 1 year including a 90-day probationary period. The position could be renewed for up to 5 years, depending on funding. To apply Contact Three Vowels, LLC (Admin.ThreeVowels@proton.me), and provide resume, cover letter, and available start date. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: This position is a contractor role fulfilled by Three Vowels, LLC. The selected candidate will work alongside staff at the USDA Forest Service, and report to Three Vowels, LLC. The position will be physically located in Durham, North Carolina, or Athens, Georgia, and partial telework arrangements may be possible. A laptop will be supplied for the selected candidate. Start date will be determined by Three Vowels, LLC, but late March is preferred. Salary: $30/hr Job Benefits: Three Vowels, LLC can provide compensation information for candidates including hourly rate, federal holidays, and paid time off. Duration The position is 1 year including a 90-day probationary period. The position could be renewed for up to 5 years, depending on funding. To apply Contact Three Vowels, LLC (Admin.ThreeVowels@proton.me), and provide resume, cover letter, and available start date. Application Deadline: Mon, 03/16/2026 - 12:00pm
