American Forests
Senior Manager, Southern Rockies (New Mexico)
American Forests, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Manager, Southern Rockies (New Mexico)
Trees play a vital role in solving some of the most pressing issues facing our communities, our society, and our world today. For 150 years, American Forests has stood boldly at the forefront of the conservation movement, working collaboratively and innovatively to ensure that all people have access to the benefits of trees. To support this work, we are looking for a Senior Manager, Southern Rockies (New Mexico) to join our Forest Restoration department. What You’ll Do
Work with the Region Director to advance regional reforestation activities and related partnerships primarily on NFS lands. Manage and support reforestation and forest resilience partnerships, including facilitation of and/or attendance at partner meetings, grants and agreement reporting, and budgeting. Advance new forest restoration projects, plans, partnerships, and agreements to grow our work in the region. Oversee implementation of reforestation-related activities on NFS lands. Implementation actions could include planning and unit layout; contract development, contractor selection, and administration; field implementation and quality control, including for site preparation, planting, release, and other restoration actions; and monitoring. Coordinate with relevant American Forests staff regarding field data collection, analysis and adaptive management actions. Oversee field and safety logistics for Region staff, ensuring that field staff have the requisite safety training, and that field safety practices are aligned with organizational requirements. Coordinate with relevant USDA Forest Service and American Forests staff on common field protocol, templates, and best practices. Maintain knowledge and understanding of trends, best practices, scientific research, and new developments in silviculture, reforestation, forestry, and natural resource management. Build and maintain relationships on behalf of American Forests with key agencies and regional stakeholders. Supervisory Duties (20%)
Supervise seasonal and/or full-time permanent employees, including timesheet and leave approvals, performance assessments, assistance with administrative processes. Lead recruitment, hiring, and training for additional staff as needed. Provide in-field supervisory support for AF staff, field crews, and field support personnel as needed and appropriate. Collaborate with Resilient Forests’ Program Operations & Administration team on various grants and agreements administrative tasks, including reforecasting of project budgets, preparing invoice documentation, submitting payment requests, documenting match, and submitting grant and agreement modifications. Support the Regional Director in frontline relationship management and oversight of contractors. Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
Assist American Forests’ staff in the delivery of relevant in-person meetings, conferences, and events. Conduct public presentations at conferences and meetings. Plan and lead site visits and field tours as appropriate. What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources with at least three (3) years of experience; or a Master's degree in forestry or natural resources with at least two (2) years of experience. Field forestry and/or reforestation experience, specifically: planning and implementing forest management actions on federal lands, including conducting fieldwork and implementing field-based projects. Experience supervising teams of people, ideally in field-based and remote environments. Working knowledge and experience in project and partnership management. Partnership or project experience with USDA Forest Service preferred. Strong organization, project management skills, communication and interpersonal skills. Possession of a state forestry license and/or Society of American Foresters Certified Forester certification preferred. 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. Experience in contract oversight and administration preferred. A valid driver’s license, as frequent travel to work sites is required. Ability to speak Spanish Preferred. Compensation, Benefits & Working Conditions
This is a full‑time, salaried exempt position. The budgeted salary range is between
$60,000
and
$80,000
annually. This is a remote position based within 1 hour of Albuquerque, NM or Santa Fe, NM. Up to 25% of travel throughout the U.S. (primarily New Mexico and Arizona) and/or to American Forests’ headquarters in Washington D.C. may be required. The individual must be comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and conducting computer‑based work, including, but not limited to, recordkeeping, contract administration, attending meetings, writing reports, and emailing. In the field, the Senior Manager will be expected to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time and requires lifting materials weighing up to 40 lbs. Field work includes exposure to various risks, including, but not limited to: varying terrain, dense vegetation, and wildlife risks (exposure to bears, mountain lions, snakes, ticks, poison oak/ivy, mosquitos, etc.), hot, wet, and cold conditions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience. Our benefits package includes: Health and Wellness Work‑Life Balance Financial and Retirement Medical, Dental, and Vision Vacation and Sick Leave 401(k) 6% Match Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Cell Phone Reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance Military Leave The Forest Restoration Team
The Forest Restoration department connects the best available science, networks, and place‑based implementation to protect and restore landscapes threatened by a wide variety of stressors for the benefit of people, water, wildlife and climate. Through our partnership with the USDA Forest Service, American Forests is addressing reforestation needs in multiple regions of the United States. About Us
American Forests is a national non‑profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large forest landscapes, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water, and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place‑based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal, and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non‑profit conservation organization in the U.S. working to restoring urban forests and forested landscapes for over 150 years. American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member. American Forests is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/LGBTQ+ Encouraged to Apply
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Trees play a vital role in solving some of the most pressing issues facing our communities, our society, and our world today. For 150 years, American Forests has stood boldly at the forefront of the conservation movement, working collaboratively and innovatively to ensure that all people have access to the benefits of trees. To support this work, we are looking for a Senior Manager, Southern Rockies (New Mexico) to join our Forest Restoration department. What You’ll Do
Work with the Region Director to advance regional reforestation activities and related partnerships primarily on NFS lands. Manage and support reforestation and forest resilience partnerships, including facilitation of and/or attendance at partner meetings, grants and agreement reporting, and budgeting. Advance new forest restoration projects, plans, partnerships, and agreements to grow our work in the region. Oversee implementation of reforestation-related activities on NFS lands. Implementation actions could include planning and unit layout; contract development, contractor selection, and administration; field implementation and quality control, including for site preparation, planting, release, and other restoration actions; and monitoring. Coordinate with relevant American Forests staff regarding field data collection, analysis and adaptive management actions. Oversee field and safety logistics for Region staff, ensuring that field staff have the requisite safety training, and that field safety practices are aligned with organizational requirements. Coordinate with relevant USDA Forest Service and American Forests staff on common field protocol, templates, and best practices. Maintain knowledge and understanding of trends, best practices, scientific research, and new developments in silviculture, reforestation, forestry, and natural resource management. Build and maintain relationships on behalf of American Forests with key agencies and regional stakeholders. Supervisory Duties (20%)
Supervise seasonal and/or full-time permanent employees, including timesheet and leave approvals, performance assessments, assistance with administrative processes. Lead recruitment, hiring, and training for additional staff as needed. Provide in-field supervisory support for AF staff, field crews, and field support personnel as needed and appropriate. Collaborate with Resilient Forests’ Program Operations & Administration team on various grants and agreements administrative tasks, including reforecasting of project budgets, preparing invoice documentation, submitting payment requests, documenting match, and submitting grant and agreement modifications. Support the Regional Director in frontline relationship management and oversight of contractors. Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
Assist American Forests’ staff in the delivery of relevant in-person meetings, conferences, and events. Conduct public presentations at conferences and meetings. Plan and lead site visits and field tours as appropriate. What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources with at least three (3) years of experience; or a Master's degree in forestry or natural resources with at least two (2) years of experience. Field forestry and/or reforestation experience, specifically: planning and implementing forest management actions on federal lands, including conducting fieldwork and implementing field-based projects. Experience supervising teams of people, ideally in field-based and remote environments. Working knowledge and experience in project and partnership management. Partnership or project experience with USDA Forest Service preferred. Strong organization, project management skills, communication and interpersonal skills. Possession of a state forestry license and/or Society of American Foresters Certified Forester certification preferred. 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. Experience in contract oversight and administration preferred. A valid driver’s license, as frequent travel to work sites is required. Ability to speak Spanish Preferred. Compensation, Benefits & Working Conditions
This is a full‑time, salaried exempt position. The budgeted salary range is between
$60,000
and
$80,000
annually. This is a remote position based within 1 hour of Albuquerque, NM or Santa Fe, NM. Up to 25% of travel throughout the U.S. (primarily New Mexico and Arizona) and/or to American Forests’ headquarters in Washington D.C. may be required. The individual must be comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and conducting computer‑based work, including, but not limited to, recordkeeping, contract administration, attending meetings, writing reports, and emailing. In the field, the Senior Manager will be expected to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time and requires lifting materials weighing up to 40 lbs. Field work includes exposure to various risks, including, but not limited to: varying terrain, dense vegetation, and wildlife risks (exposure to bears, mountain lions, snakes, ticks, poison oak/ivy, mosquitos, etc.), hot, wet, and cold conditions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience. Our benefits package includes: Health and Wellness Work‑Life Balance Financial and Retirement Medical, Dental, and Vision Vacation and Sick Leave 401(k) 6% Match Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Cell Phone Reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance Military Leave The Forest Restoration Team
The Forest Restoration department connects the best available science, networks, and place‑based implementation to protect and restore landscapes threatened by a wide variety of stressors for the benefit of people, water, wildlife and climate. Through our partnership with the USDA Forest Service, American Forests is addressing reforestation needs in multiple regions of the United States. About Us
American Forests is a national non‑profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large forest landscapes, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water, and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place‑based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal, and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non‑profit conservation organization in the U.S. working to restoring urban forests and forested landscapes for over 150 years. American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member. American Forests is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/LGBTQ+ Encouraged to Apply
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