District Manager

AMERICAN FOREST MANAGEMENT INC•Richmond, VA

10d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

American Forest Management, Inc. is hiring a District Manager for its Virginia District, based in South Hill, Virginia. Reporting to the Region Manager, the role oversees approximately 95,000 acres of TIMO and NIPF ownership across central Virginia and northern North Carolina. The District Manager manages existing forest operations, supports district growth through business development in forest management and real estate services, and leads a team of five employees. The position includes client and internal budgeting, annual operating plans, forecasts, reporting, timber sale administration and marketing, harvesting, reforestation, road construction and maintenance, contract negotiation, certification and environmental compliance, hunting lease management, and land sales support. The District Manager builds and maintains client and stakeholder relationships, oversees employees and contractors, coordinates with the real estate services team, and provides team leadership, mentorship, and development. The work combines office duties and fieldwork, including analysis and reporting and use of GIS for property management. Field assignments may take place alone on remote forest lands accessed by private, unimproved roads, and can involve extended periods outdoors in adverse weather. Off-road driving skills are required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Forestry.
At least 10 years of experience in forest operations, including silviculture, harvesting, timber marketing, and forest inventory; this experience level is described as preferred.
Knowledge of and ability to work within the performance standards of Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification programs.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Working knowledge of GIS and GPS applications.
Ability to multitask, prioritize in a fast-paced environment, work independently, and make client-based business decisions.
Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work within and lead a team of foresters.
Interpersonal skills to communicate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Virginia Real Estate Salesperson or Broker license, or ability to obtain licensure within one year of employment.
North Carolina Real Estate Provisional Broker, Broker, or Broker-in-Charge license, or ability to obtain licensure within one year of employment.
North Carolina Registered Forester registration, or ability to obtain registration within the first two years of employment.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to drive off-road on private, unimproved roads and work outdoors for extended periods, including in summer heat and extreme cold.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Forestry or a related field.
Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare budgets, annual operating plans, forecasts, monthly reports, invoices, projections, and other reports for TIMO and NIPF clients.
Manage and strengthen client relationships through regular contact, communication, and consistent, high-quality service.
Identify, cultivate, and secure new client relationships and business opportunities in forest management and real estate services.
Lead, mentor, develop, and guide a five-person team, supporting team performance and individual career growth.
Oversee employees and contractors implementing forest operations and coordinate with the real estate services team.
Manage timber sale administration and marketing, harvesting operations, reforestation, road construction and maintenance, and hunting lease management.
Negotiate contracts for management operations, timber sales, and land sales while ensuring compliance with government regulations and client objectives.
Support land sales and manage certification and environmental compliance.
Use GIS for effective property management and operate in accordance with Sustainable Forestry Initiative objectives.
Demonstrate and communicate the company’s culture, safety commitment, stewardship, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Complete fieldwork, office work, analysis, reporting, and other assignments from the Region Manager.