Forestry Program Manager

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🌵 Arizona – Remote

🌵 Arizona – Remote

💵 $95k - $106.9k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

📋 Program Manager

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National Forest Foundation

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11 - 50 employees

Founded 2000

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🤲 Charity

Consulting • Logistics • Charity

The National Forest Foundation (NFF) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of America's National Forests. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the NFF works collaboratively with the U. S. Forest Service and local partners across various regions to engage in large-scale reforestation, conservation finance, and habitat restoration projects. With programs focused on planting millions of trees, restoring critical habitats, mitigating wildfire risks, and promoting sustainable recreation practices, the NFF emphasizes collaborative stewardship and community involvement. The foundation also offers grant opportunities and facilitates educational programs to foster public engagement and support for the preservation of National Forests.

📋 Description

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with the U.S. Forest Service, funders, contractors, governmental entities, and stakeholders • Lead development and implementation of forest restoration programs and project pipelines • Conduct annual work planning, partnership coordination, and execution of agreements • Oversee procurement, contract administration, field oversight, quality assurance, inspections, problem-solving, and project closeout • Serve as Timber Sale Administrator and Harvest Inspector for forestry projects using thinning systems • Manage program and project budgets, contracts, reporting requirements, timelines, compliance obligations, and standard operating procedures • Monitor, document, and communicate project outcomes and deliverables through written and verbal reports • Support partnership development, fundraising, grant development, and community engagement • Develop and coordinate wood utilization and biomass removal opportunities, including Tribal firewood programs, in-stream watershed restoration work, transportation logistics, and long-term supply planning • Supervise Arizona forestry staff and forestry technician contractors • Apply advanced forestry expertise to complex operational, technical, and partnership challenges • Serve as a principal forestry subject matter expert and representative in Arizona and the Southwest Region • Represent NFF in collaborative groups, public forums, educational events, media engagement, and strategic communications • Provide technical support and guidance to NFF programs across the organization

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry or another natural resources-related field (or equivalent experience) • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience with proven results in forestry or conservation project management and related community-based collaborative conservation • Strong knowledge of and experience in U.S. Forest Service policies, procedures, and regulations • Strong understanding of Arizona natural resources issues • Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the NFF and the environment • Must be authorized to work in the United States • Ability to work independently, perform fieldwork, attend meetings, and manage projects with minimal oversight • Ability to supervise and manage program staff and train new staff on NFF policies and field procedures, including timber sale administration • Ability to act as a contract administrator and liaison between project contractors and the U.S. Forest Service • Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills • Ability to collaboratively manage programs and evaluate outcomes against quantifiable measures of success • Ability to effectively manage a variety of projects and tasks to successful completion • Ability to work well and be flexible in a team-oriented environment • Must have valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record • Ability and willingness to travel frequently • Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail • Reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% by the organization for you and any dependents • Vision insurance paid 50% by the organization for you and any dependents • Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions between $1,878-$3,750 per year • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) • Employee assistance program (EAP) at no cost • 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one (1) year of service • Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost • Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options • Whole life insurance at a discounted rate • Employees start with 35 days of annual leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays • Family & medical leave for up to sixteen (16) weeks with up to four (4) weeks paid • Training & Development Programs • Professional development reimbursement for up to $1,000 per year • Opportunity to support an incredible mission and travel to / work in spectacular locations