Restoration Forester

Overview

Lomakatsi Restoration Project, a non-profit organization based in Ashland, Oregon, seeks a qualified forestry professional with demonstrated experience in restoration forestry and project management to join our growing team for full-time employment. This position will have the opportunity to work across the diverse ecosystems of Oregon and Northern California, in partnership with Tribes, federal, state and municipal agencies, and other nongovernmental organizations to design and implement forest restoration projects as part of large-scale stewardship initiatives.
Applicants should be skilled and experienced in performing a variety of essential forestry tasks including using GIS to prepare project maps, conducting forest inventories, and managing and analyzing data. Applicants should also be experienced in developing forest stewardship and conservation activity plans in collaboration with diverse partners, and in overseeing implementation of ecologically based restoration prescriptions on-the-ground.
The majority of this individual’s work will be done in the field, working independently or with other technical forestry personnel and specialists. The remaining office time will be dedicated to producing maps, plans and reports. This position is based out of Ashland, Oregon, with travel (sometimes overnight) required as needed to Lomakatsi’s project sites across Oregon andNorthern California.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• BS degree in Forestry and/or demonstrated equivalent experience
• A minimum 3-5 years of field work experience in applied forestry
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS and ability to produce maps
• Practical knowledge of forestry operations and stewardship-based fuel reduction projects
• Experience working in collaborative partnerships with agencies, tribal natural resource departments, landowners, and community members
• Competency in the use of technical forestry equipment: GPS/GIS, navigation, data gathering/processing, Relaskop, compass, increment borer, densiometer, and clinometer
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and work performed in a network environment
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Physically fit to orient, navigate and hike in rough terrain using map, compass and GPS
• Ability to identify native trees and shrubs
• Flexibility to work variable hours and travel

Benefits Package

• Salary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 per year
• Paid medical, and dental plan
• Paid vacation
• 401K retirement plan

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