Stewardship Program Coordinator - Plumas National Forest

• Identify and verify the land status and environmental constraints affecting the layout of the proposed project on the ground.
• Review, compile and analyze field data for project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Monitor and oversee cruising and marking of timber, prepare general logging plans, and verify logging system settings for project implementation.
• Utilize appropriate documents, determine sale boundaries, proper location of logging roads, acceptable marking and cutting methods, stumpage prices, and the requirements for brush disposal, erosion control, and stand improvement.
• Prepare and ensure quality of documentation such as detailed maps, timber sale appraisals, and timber sales write up.
• Coordinate contracts with mastication and biomass removal contractors, monitor contractor compliance, and conduct quality control of implementation projects.
• Assist with monitoring, tracking, and reporting on project efforts and progress.

• Anticipated Start Date varies by forest from ASAP to July 2024
• Full time position at 40 hours per week; available to occasionally work a varied schedule as needed, including some weekends, evenings and/or holidays.

• Hourly Rate $28-$30, Full time, 40hrs/week
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance premiums paid 100% by GBI.
• 4% 401K Matching Contribution after 90 day waiting period; 100% vested on first day of enrollment.
• 4hrs Vacation Accrued per 80 hour pay period; Accrual starting first day of employment.
• 4hrs Sick Leave Accumulated per 80 hour pay period; 40 Hours Annual Maximum Sick Leave Accumulated and Used; Accumulation starting first day of employment.
• This position is eligible for paid holidays following the GBI holiday schedule.
• Professional training and certifications may be provided as needed.

• Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Forestry, Resource Management or other related natural science field, with experience (2 years minimum) that demonstrate successful application of the principles of forestry;
• Knowledge of the mixed conifer forests typical of southern Sierra Nevada mountains in California, including common plants (woody and herbaceous), wildlife, and/or geology/topography;
• Experience (2 years minimum) in standard forestry mensuration, survey, and inventory protocols;
• Ability to monitor contactor compliance with contract and agreement stipulations;
• Experience with project management and coordination
• Capacity to collect and maintain field data in an organized manner that is easily understood and accessible to other resources staff;
• Experience employing and training field personnel in safety practices, low impact principles, field methods, and data management;
• Experience leading forestry crews in the field, including oversight of safety, communication, fidelity to methods, and data quality;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience;
• Experience using ArcGIS to create maps;
• Ability to navigate and collect data using handheld GPS units;
• Proficiency using a compass and topographic map to navigate;
• Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver's license with ability to safely operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle on and off paved roads;
• Physically fit to work outdoors, carry up to 50 pounds of personal and/or field equipment, and withstand the rigors of a forested and/or high desert environment in all seasons;
• Willingness and ability to camp in remote, primitive sites for several consecutive days (if necessary);
• Familiarity with best practices for field safety and Leave No Trace principles; and
• Willingness and ability to consistently enact high performance standards and a strong work and team ethic in support of the mission of GBI and the goals and objectives of the USFS.

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