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| Investment Forester | Multiple States | 5/15/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Jeffrey M. Siegrist & Company
Job Description:
The Client
Our client, Timberland Investment Resources, LLC (TIR), is a registered investment advisor and a privately owned Timberland Investment Management Organization (TIMO) dedicated to producing superior risk-adjusted timberland returns for its clients, both domestically and internationally. TIR's investment philosophy is centered on the belief that the timberland marketplace is inefficient with respect to many asset management functions and decision support activities. The firm strongly believes that above-market investment returns can be identified and unlocked through rigorous and disciplined economic and biometric analysis coupled with on-the-ground decision making and intensive asset management. Majority-owned by its partners, TIR is committed to investing in the pre-requisite staffing, training, tools, and technologies to perform these analyses. The firm is dedicated to the active management of its timberland assets to realize the full investment potential of each client portfolio via active and integrated client services, economic and biometrics research, property acquisition, forest management, property disposition, and accounting and finance reporting functions managed by the company. TIR manages timberland in twelve states and four operating regions throughout the U.S. Southeast and Northeast with assets under management exceeding $1.0 billion and 600,000 acres.
TIR is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with other offices located in Boston, Massachusetts; Charlotte, North Carolina; Dalton, Georgia; Lufkin, Texas; and Mobile, Alabama. The firm also operates an office in London, UK, which serves as the base for its TIR-Europe sales and marketing operations.
The home office location for our search position is flexible and can be determined by the successful candidate. The one requirement is that he/she must be located in the firm's Western Region (East Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Western Alabama) in order to efficiently address travel logistics, specific company needs, and oversight of client properties.
The Position
The Investment Forester will report to the Western Regional Investment Manager, who is based in Lufkin, Texas. As stated previously, the permanent office location for the Investment Forester will be determined by the successful candidate but must be in Eastern Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Western Alabama. The Investment Forester will support active, on-the-ground, investment management activities for client properties located in the Western Region, which consists of approximately 150,000 acres and 16 properties of predominantly pine plantations, with a mix of natural pine and hardwoods. The Investment Forester will primarily focus on properties in the sub-region of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. With guidance from the Regional Investment Manager, the successful candidate will oversee and manage operational activities via coordination with Forestry Service Providers (FSP) and other vendors. These activities include on-going forest management projects, asset protection, timber sales, recreation licensing, rural tract sales, and acquisition due diligence.
About 50% of the Investment Forester's time will be allocated to managing operational activities (harvest and silvicultural inspections, vendor management, and oversight activities, etc.); 30% to networking, rural tract sales, and seeking out new acquisition opportunities; and the remainder to planning and analysis activities (activity planning, budgeting, contract administration, cost management, and other projects).
Specific duties for the position include the following:
• Assist in all aspects of forest management and vendor and contractor oversight of: timber sales and harvesting operations, silviculture prescriptions and activities, reforestation, planning and analysis, asset protection, recreation management, and compliance with TIR stewardship initiatives.
• Assist in coordination and management of applicable wood supply agreement obligations, log marketing functions, supporting stumpage sale analyses, and contract administration activities.
• Participate in strategic initiatives to enhance client returns and balance fiduciary aspects of managing multiple client investments via selected rural tract sales and new acquisition opportunities.
• Provide assistance in all aspects of lands administration to include inventory management, land sales, property tax issues, land records, property related issues, etc. as directed.
• Assist in developing, tracking, and reconciling annual regional operating budgets and forecasts.
• Networking and proactively managing and monitoring existing and potential public and community relations issues as directed.
• Ensure regional compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Participate in regional industry associations and organizations as appropriate.
Major project areas include the following:
• Timber Sale and Harvest Planning and Execution:
o Timber sale analysis.
o Contract preparation and execution.
o Stumpage sale administration and settlements.
o FSP management
o Audit of harvesting activities on-the-ground.
• Silvicultural Oversight:
o Activity planning and analysis of optimal prescription assignment.
o Contract preparation and execution.
o Work with consulting foresters and vendors to ensure that silvicultural prescriptions are being met and that productivity of land base is protected.
• Vendor Project and Cost Management:
o Develop infrastructure plans for transportation, wildlife habitat, and access control, and develop annual budget for vendor maintenance projects (roads, gates, habitat, dump cleanup, etc.).
o Assist forestry consultants on designs of projects where asset value is significantly affected.
o Report on variance of spending to budget and benchmark project costs among vendors to drive cost control and review and approve invoices submitted for projects.
• Property Enhancements (Rural Tract Sales Program):
o Work with Regional Investment Manager to design and implement property enhancements to boost ‘curb appeal' for tracts on disposition lists.
o Take lead role to improve tracts access issues and work with Real Estate, forestry consultants, title companies, and others to resolve.
• Risk Management:
o Fire protection: coordinate aerial reconnaissance, state fire agencies, and arson investigation, salvage strategies, etc. Serve as TIR representative with various fire prevention and control partners.
o Catastrophic losses from Insect, Ice Storm, Wind: coordinate reconnaissance, salvage strategies, etc.
• Recreation and Minerals Management:
o Lead field and administrative work associated with recreation management activities.
o Assist in the development of new recreation programs.
o Work with legal representatives to better understand clients' mineral rights, work with geologists to better understand mineral resources, and manage mineral leases for income.
Skills:
Ideal Professional Background
The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Forestry or a closely related field. A graduate degree in a Forestry-related discipline or Business, while not required, is highly desirable. He/she will have from two to ten years of forest operations experience, preferably in the U.S. South. He/she will have strong data and business analysis skills, a solid interest and aptitude in financial management, and demonstrable computer application skills (GIS/mapping, spreadsheet, database management).
Ideal Personal Background
The successful candidate must have excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills and a strong professional presence. He/she must be able to work at all levels in the TIR organization and have strong networking, relationship, and team-building skills. He/she must be comfortable working in a team environment as well as working independently and alone in the outdoors through all weather conditions. The successful candidate must be a client service and results-oriented professional who can think strategically and contribute to the long-term success of TIR and the assets it manages on behalf of its clients. Based on readiness, experience, and individual performance, the successful candidate will likely be asked to assume a position of greater responsibility within the company in two to five years. As such, the candidate must be flexible with respect to his/her job assignment and willing to consider relocation if and when such opportunities arise.
Apply By:8/15/2013
Phone:(503) 896-1002
Email:will@siegristandcompany.com
Posted By: William Siegrist
| Lecturer | New Hampshire | 5/15/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:University of New Hampshire, Durham
Job Description:
The Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of New Hampshire invites applications for a three year teaching position, academic year, benefits eligible, non-tenure track (.88% FTE). The position is potentially renewable.
RESPONSIBLITIES: The teaching load is two courses plus one honors recitation section per semester, with prime responsibility for multiple sections of a large undergraduate class in basic environmental science/literacy which explores the impacts of technology and human activity on our environment and natural resources. Expectations are that the individual’s teaching focus principally on introductory general science, environmental policy, and environmental management.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: While opportunities for additional scholarship may be possible, this position is full time teaching. Thus, prior successful teaching experience is required for this position. Submit curriculum vitae and copy of graduate transcript and submit the names of three references. In the letter of application candidates should describe their interest and experience in teaching at the undergraduate level as well as their research in their field of study. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Required Education:
Ph.D. in natural resources, environmental policy, or related fields preferred
Skills:
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.
Apply By:7/15/2013
Mailing:
CONTACT: Professor John Halstead, Search Committee Chair, Department of Natural Resources and the Environment, James Hall, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH 03824. Instructions for application can be found at the University of New Hampshire, Durham Human Resources Website: https://jobs.usnh.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
Posted By: KBrasher
| Pre Sale Forester | Michigan | 5/15/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Hiawatha National Forest
Location:Rapid River, Michigan
Job Description:
This position serves as the primary lead for the sale prep program which currently has an annual offering of about 30,000 CCF for the zone. Primary duties include preparing timber sale appraisals/contracts, laying out sales, designing cruises, and oversight of cruising and marking. The Sale Prep Forester oversees the day-to-day activities of 4-5 permanent staff and 2-4 seasonals.
Please respond early to this outreach notice and indicate if you are interested in the detail and/or the permanent position.
Skills:
Those who are interested must meet the
qualification requirements for the GS-0460 series.
The OPM Qualification Standards Handbook
Manual is available for review at any federal personnel office OR on the
Internet at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/group-stds/GS-PROF.asp.
Applicant must have one
year of specialized experience at the next lower level.
Specialized experience is that which has
equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-07).
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level
(GS-05).
Apply By:5/31/2013
Phone:906-474-6442 x131
Email:tlanderson@fs.fed.us
Mailing:
8181 US Hwy 2
Rapid River, MI 49878
Posted By: kchristian
| Outreach Forester Sales Prep | Michigan | 5/15/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Hiawatha National Forest
Location:Rapid River, Michigan
Job Description:
This position serves as the primary lead for the sale prep program which currently has an annual offering of about 30,000 CCF for the zone. Primary duties include preparing timber sale appraisals/contracts, laying out sales, designing cruises, and oversight of cruising and marking. The Sale Prep Forester oversees the day-to-day activities of 4-5 permanent staff and 2-4 seasonals.
Skills:
This position includes performing a variety of tasks in support of the District's timber program.Workload is expected to be about 50% field and 50% office work.
Ideally, applicants would have:
Experience with timber sale preparation
Ability to use Timber Information Management (TIM) system and GPS/GIS
Experience with sale layout and marking in a variety of forest types
A safe and professional working attitude and good communication skills
Ability to work with others and help foster a positive work environment
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Those who are interested must meet the qualification requirements for the GS-0460 series. The OPM Qualification Standards Handbook
Manual is available for review at any federal personnel office OR on the
Internet at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/group-stds/GS-PROF.asp
Applicant must have one
year of specialized experience at the next lower level.
Specialized experience is that which has
equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-07).
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-05).
Apply By:5/31/2013
Phone:906-474-6442 x131
Email:tlanderson@fs.fed.us
Mailing:
8181 US Hwy 2
Rapid River, M 49878
Posted By: kchristian
| Research Forest Inventory Technician | Kentucky | 5/14/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:University of Kentucky
Job Description:
Primary responsibility will be re-measurement of Continuous Forest Inventory (CFI) plots at the University of Kentucky’s Robinson Forest located in eastern Kentucky near Jackson Kentucky. The position entails working as part of an inventory crew to locate established CFI plots and undertake individual tree, stand, regeneration, and wildlife habitat measures in an eastern broadleaf deciduous forest. In addition, the position requires data entry and processing as well as assuring that data meets expected quality standards. Field work will be demanding and candidates must possess the capacity to be able to conduct field work in rugged terrain typical of the Cumberland Plateau physiographic region and under a range of climatic conditions. Education and/or experience in basic tree and forest measurements, tree identification, use of traditional and electronic field inventory equipment and familiarity with GPS and electronic data logging equipment is preferred. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and ArcGIS is also preferred. The successful candidate will be able to communicate and interact effectively with others as well as foster a positive work environment. This is a full-time position with funding currently available for 18 months. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. On-site lodging at Robinson Forest is available at no expense to successful candidate. Please apply for both positions at: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=897882 and https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=897883
Apply By:5/26/2013
Contact:Mr. Chris Osborne
Phone:606-666-9995
Email:chris.osborne@uky.edu
Mailing:
For specific questions contact Mr. Chris Osborne, Robinson Forest Management Forester at chris.osborne@uky.edu or 606-666-9995.
| Forester, Deputy State | Mississippi | 5/14/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Missisisppi Forestry Commission
Location:Southeast District , Mississippi
Job Description:
This is administrative and supervisory work in directing the various offices or districts within the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The duties are often technical in nature, not only requiring the application of techniques that are well standardized, but in addition demanding continuous study and experimentation to develop new techniques. The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of the State Forestry Agency in a given area of the state and/or is responsible for some duties on a statewide basis. The work includes administrative, fiscal, personnel, and budget management within the offices or districts statewide. Supervision is exercised over subordinates of offices or districts, and general supervision is received from the Administrative Superior.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
EXAMPLES OF WORK: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:
Required Education:
Education:
A Master's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Forestry;
AND
Experience:
Five (5) years of administrative work experience as a professional forester.
OR
Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Forestry;
AND
Experience:
Six (6) years of administrative work experience as a professional forester.
Skills:
Must possess a current license as a Registered Forester by the Mississippi Board of Registration for Foresters within one year of employment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, as verified by the hiring agency.
Salary:
The starting salary for this position is $52,585.54
Apply By:5/24/2013
Mailing:
Completed applications and any additional documentation should be submitted online through the Mississippi State Personnel Board’s website at www.mspb.ms.gov. Hard copies can also be mailed to: Mississippi State Personnel Board, 210 East Capitol Street, Suite 800, Jackson, MS 39201.
Posted By: KBrasher
| Investment Analysis | Tennessee | 5/14/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Metlife Timberland Finance Group
Location:Memphis, Tennessee
Job Description:
The MetLife Timberland Finance Group manages a $3 billion timberland investment portfolio spread across the U.S. We specialize in providing timberland debt financing for timberland owners and have a global presence. We are seeking an Investment Analyst to help manage our existing portfolio and grow our business. The ideal candidate would have an advanced Forestry or Finance degree with some industry experience in the forest industry. The position requires strong analytical skills and willingness to work well with a small multi-office team.
Apply By:5/31/2013
Phone:206-450-7019
Email:smarshall@metlife.com
Mailing:
MetLife
Timberland Finance Group 205 108th Avenue NE, Suite 300 Bellevue, WA 98004
Posted By: kchristian
| Special Uses Service Team Leader | Alaska | 5/14/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:US Forest Service
Location:Anchorage, Alaska
Job Description:
The Chugach National Forest is seeking a GS-0401-11 Special Uses Service Team Leader at the Supervisors Office in Anchorage, Alaska. The target grade is at the GS-11 level and is permanent full time.
Description of Duties:
This position works at the level of the Supervisor’s Office and leads a Special Uses Team for the national forest. The purpose of this position is to manage large special uses projects and to lead the Special Uses Team, which processes all proposals for special uses and administers all special use permits on the Forest.
Responsible for the development and execution of a proposed budget and annual program of work for the special uses program in coordination with Special Uses Team members and District Staff Officers. Tracks special uses projects across the forest from proposals through administration. Coordinates and facilitates meetings with appropriate line and staff officers to set, review, and/or adjust the program of work, budget, staffing, operating guidelines, and identified issues.
Provides subject matter expert advice and support to Special Uses Team members and line officers, and is responsible for coordinating with Regional Office Special Uses. Works closely with related teams. Manages large special uses projects, and is the primary contact for District Rangers for those projects, which may cross administrative boundaries and would typically be complex and/or controversial. Accomplishes other project work, such as: processing proposals and renewals, transfers of ownership, terminations, revocations, or suspensions, cost recovery determinations, and administration of special use authorizations, as needed. Interprets and evaluates special use proposals. Processes proposals and applications for very large or complex projects. Conducts and oversees the environmental analysis process. Through the environmental analysis process, considerable complex data must be interpreted. Applies knowledge of public land administration and integrated resource management to ensure that permits are administered in a manner that avoids unacceptable impacts, and consistent with mitigation measures identified in the environmental analysis. Ensures coordination with other program areas as needed for specialist support.
Follows National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements in performing environmental analyses and developing environmental documents. May serve as an interdisciplinary team leader and/or member. Compiles administrative records, and provides support in the event of appeals and litigation. Provides training on special uses topics.
As team leader, coordinates and facilitates the work of multiple team members at the GS-7 and GS-9 levels. This position is a “team leader” (rather than a supervisor). This includes, but is not limited to:
Skills:
Those who are interested must meet the qualification requirements for the GS-401 series. Administrative and Management Standards identified in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. The Handbook is available for review at any federal personnel office OR on the Internet at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.asp
Apply By:5/23/2013
Contact: Deidre St. Louis
Phone:907-242-8081
Mailing:
For further information, contact Deidre St. Louis by email or phone at 907-242-8081 from now through May 24.
Posted By: KBrasher
| Graduate Research Assisstantship | Arkansas | 5/9/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Arkansas Forest Resource Center
Location:Eastern Arkansas, Arkansas
Job Description:
The Arkansas Forest Resources Center and the School of Forest Resources at the University of Arkansas-Monticello (http://www.afrc.uamont.edu/sfr/) is seeking candidates for a M.S.-level graduate research assistantship to investigate duck food production across a gradient of thinned and unthinned bottomland hardwood stands at White River National Wildlife Refuge in Eastern Arkansas during autumn 2013-2014. Field work will include installing, monitoring, and maintaining acorn collection traps and estimating moist-soil seed production. Additional research objectives are anticipated, and will be flexible depending on student interests.
The assistantship duration is 2 years of graduate support; Aug 2013–2015.
To Apply: Review of applications begins immediately. Interested individuals should send a letter of interest outlining related experiences, interest in this project, and career goals; a curriculum vitae or resume; unofficial transcripts; GRE scores; contact information for at least three professional references; and a sample of your professional writing (conference abstract, etc.) Emailed applications are preferred.
Required Education:
B.S. or B.A. in wildlife, biology, natural resources, or a related
field; >2.7 GPA (> 3.0 GPA in courses within your major); and
satisfactory GRE scores.
Required Experience:
Preference will be given to those with previous experience with field work, ATVs, and motor boats.
Skills:
Candidates must have a strong work ethic and be able to endure the physical demands of field work that occur in Arkansas during late-summer and fall.
Salary:
Compensation is $15,000 per year + full tuition waiver
Apply By:5/23/2013
Phone:870.460.1448
Email:osborne@uamont.edu
Mailing:
University of Arkansas – Monticello
P.O. Box 3468
Monticello, AR 71656
Posted By: School of Forest Resources at the University of Arkansas-Monticello
| Summer Interns | Mississippi | 5/8/2013 | + |
Categorized Under:
Organization:Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge Complex
Location:Belzoni, Mississippi
Job Description:
My apologies for the delay in sending you some information regarding our interest in working with MSU to acquire some summer interns. The Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge Complex is seeking two or three summer interns that are interested in learning about wildlife management and federal employment. The interns would be involved in wetlands and waterfowl management during the summer months, forestry and property line management, trapping feral swine and beaver that are causing problems on the refuge, participating in public events such as fishing rodeos, supporting general maintenance and equipment operation such as mowing grass, etc. The employees would also be exposed to working on several refuges such as Panther Swamp and Yazoo. We can also provide housing, but it would likely be at a minimal cost to the employee. The pay scale is a GS3 or approximately $11.95/hr.
Apply By:5/30/2013
Mailing:
Please consider sharing this request with some potential applicants and have them send a resume to seth_swafford@fwrc.gov
Posted By: KBrasher
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