Lands Manager

Taxable Entity

AFOGNAK NATIVE CORP

Job Title

Lands Manager

Location

AK Kodiak Various Sites - Kodiak, AK 99615 US (Primary)

Category

Agriculture Lands Management and Natural Resources

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$75,000 to $112,000 Annually

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Up to 50%

Security Clearance Required

None

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Afognak Native Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a Lands Manager in Kodiak, Alaska.  The position of Lands Manager reports to the SVP of Community Investments and leads timber operations for Afognak Native Corporation, to include timber contract administration, environmental stewardship and oversight, and future timber contract planning.

• Timber Contract Administration
  • Coordinate with Lands and Timber Operator, overseeing timber harvest activities, including managing contractors and vendors and the Corporation’s relationship with government agencies.
  • Manage unit start-up/close out; utilization; mapping; road construction and maintenance based on ANC’s goals.
  • Coordinate with ANC’s timber-related staff to solicit data and field-related information to administer the contract and generate reports.
  • Provide reports to ANC management as required.
  • Maintain compliance with state and federal agreements, laws, and regulations.
• Environmental Stewardship and Oversight
  • Oversee ongoing reforestation activities, including managing contractors and vendors and the Corporation’s relationship with government agencies.
  • Develop strategies to strengthen infrastructure such as roads and bridges to prevent environmental degradation.
  • Promote timber harvest practices and reforestation that supports Afognak’s environmental stewardship goals.
  • Maintain compliance with state and federal agreements, laws, and regulations.
  • Observe and report liability risks, development opportunities, environmental issues, and political developments that affect corporate land and natural resources.
• Future Timber Contract Planning
  • Work with ANC and Timber Operator staff to assess volume for a future timber contract.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Payrate: $75,000 to $112,000 Annually

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in natural resources or forestry preferred or five years minimum experience in related field.
• Experience in timber operations and land management preferred.
• Past experience working with partners, contractors, or vendors
• Knowledge of ANCSA, ANILCA, and Kodiak Island Borough codes and ordinances.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and work in a remote environment.
• Willing to travel periodically to Afognak Island by small boat, plane, and all-terrain vehicles is required.
• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record, to qualify as an authorized driver under the Afognak Native Corporation’s established auto and insurance policy requirements.
• Able to adhere to all policies, and safety and health rules and regulations.

Afognak Native Corporation, Afognak Commercial Group, LLC, and their subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender expression or gender identity (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (“protected status”).

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client–customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company’s Career page.