Forester

AMERICAN FOREST MANAGEMENT INC•Ironwood, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) as a Forester and play a key role in helping our clients achieve their forestry goals. Reporting directly to the District Manager, this role plays a pivotal part in comprehensive forest management, participating in planning, permitting, timber harvest administration, road construction, silviculture, client reporting, and budgeting. You'll also handle additional duties assigned by the District and Region Manager. This is a great opportunity for a forestry professional looking to make an impact in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan, working primarily in Gogebic and Ontonagon counties. This position requires a self-starter who can take initiative in managing projects while also actively building and expanding AFM’s client base in the region. About American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM): Founded in 1966, American Forest Management, Inc. is a nationally recognized land and natural resource consulting firm headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. AFM provides sustainable land management, consulting, and real estate services for a diverse range of land assets - including timberland, farmland, and other privately held lands - serving landowners throughout the United States, Panama, and Costa Rica. AFM’s team of experienced professionals works closely with clients to understand and achieve their objectives through a comprehensive suite of land management and advisory services. With 50 regionally based offices managing almost 6 million acres, AFM offers strong local expertise, while its national platform supports collaboration among multidisciplinary teams of foresters and technical specialists to manage large and complex land projects. AFM’s services include land and wildlife management; land sales and acquisitions; forest inventory, planning, and design; growth and yield modeling; cash-flow projections; environmental and farmland services; appraisal; forest resource data management; and harvest scheduling.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or related field OR Associate’s Degree in Forestry.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient team player with adaptability.
Capability to work in challenging field conditions.
Valid Driver’s License with safe vehicle operation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like Word and Excel.
Off-road driving skills, including ATV and snowmobiles.
Soft Skills: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, attention to detail, time management, and decision-making.

Responsibilities

All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting to the landowner/client.
Lead silviculture and reforestation planning, managing contracts efficiently.
Perform all aspects of timber sale development, including timber marking, boundary establishment, and timber valuations.
Design and secure permits for harvest unit layouts in a multifaceted regulatory landscape.
Supervision of contracted services, including certifying completion of work for payment.
Oversee road construction, maintenance, permitting, and contract administration.
Prepare timber sale bid notices and review timber sale contracts.
Collaborate in budget development and management.
Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) for effective property management.
Build and expand AFM’s client base in the region.
Assist the marketing team in scaling and sales.
Fulfill other assignments from the District and Region Manager.