American Forests · 18 hours ago
Senior Manager, California Seed Production (Chico, CA)
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expAmerican Forests is a national non-profit organization dedicated to creating healthy and resilient forests. They are seeking a Senior Manager for California Seed Production to oversee seed orchard operations, manage field staff, and support grant administration while promoting reforestation efforts in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service.
ConsultingForestryLandscapingNon ProfitWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Compile and manage data relating to the seed orchard’s production and inventory, support with database maintenance
Maintain current and develop new standard processes and procedures for the seed orchard’s future production
Support orchard tree health through culling, pruning, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, trunk protection, and pest management practices including pesticide use and animal control methods
Complete cone crop forecasting, monitoring, collection, and sanitization
Maintain the seed orchard’s irrigation system which includes hooking up and moving metal/PVC pipe and also cutting/gluing sprinkler systems
Tow trailers and operate various equipment with provided training including: a farm tractor with implements, self-driven industrial mower, ATVs/UTVs
Conduct basic equipment maintenance with provided training
Identify and tag trees for recordkeeping purposes
Chainsaw, polesaw, and weed eating duties
Oversee field and safety logistics for direct reports, ensuring that staff have the requisite safety training, and that safety practices are aligned with organizational requirements
Coordinate with AF and USDA Forest Service on protocols, templates, and best practices
Build and maintain relationships with USFS on behalf of American Forests, including facilitation of and/or attendance at partner meetings
Work with the California Director to advance reforestation efforts, plans, partnerships, and/or agreements on National Forest System (NFS) lands
Maintain knowledge and understanding of trends, best practices, scientific research, and new developments in silviculture, reforestation, forestry, and natural resource management
Oversee American Forests’ staff-led efforts at NFS seed orchards. These could include data management and analysis; orchard operations; cone collections; seed processing, testing, and sowing; nursery growing operations, and more
Supervise seasonal and full-time permanent employees, including timesheet and leave approvals, performance assessments, assistance with administrative processes, etc
Lead recruitment, hiring, and training for additional staff as needed
Work with AF staff on administrative tasks, including budgeting, preparing invoice documentation, documenting match, submitting reimbursements and supporting grant/agreement modifications
Support complementary efforts that advance reforestation-related outcomes on behalf of NFS
Assist AF staff in the delivery of relevant in-person meetings, conferences, and events
Conduct public presentations at conferences and meetings as appropriate and relevant
Plan and lead site visits and field tours as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in forestry, horticulture, natural resources, wildlife management, or other related field with at least three (3) years of experience; or a Masters degree in relevant field with at least two (2) years of experience
Experience supervising teams of people, ideally in field-based and remote environments
Working knowledge and experience in project and partnership management
Strong organization, project management skills, communication and interpersonal skills
Possess a current First Aid certification or be willing to be sponsored in obtaining
Experience with GPS and GIS used for mapping and geospatial data analysis
A valid driver's license, as frequent travel to work sites is required
Preferred
Forestry or horticultural experience preferred, specifically related to seed orchard operations
Partnership or project experience with USFS preferred
California Registered Professional Forester and/or Society of American Foresters Certified Forester or ability to sit for next qualifying exam preferred
Experience in contract oversight and administration preferred
Ability to speak Spanish preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Vacation and Sick Leave
401(k) 5% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Insurance
Parental Bonding Leave
Cell Phone Reimbursement
Life and AD&D Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Pet Benefits
Military Leave
Company
American Forests
American Forests restores threatened forest ecosystems.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
Life Time FoundationTakedaSalesforce
2024-05-17Grant· $1M
2023-04-03Grant
2022-04-12Grant
Leadership Team
Hilary Franz
President and CEO
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