Job Summary:

This position coordinates and manages the preparation of timber sales for the DFFM Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Program. The incumbent will work closely with U.S. Forest Service personnel and DFFM District, Procurement, and Finance staff to complete assigned tasks.

Job Duties:

• Draft and administer task orders for timber sale preparation activities, including but not limited to timber marking and designation, timber cruising and volume determination, boundary recording and posting, and project layout.
• Maintain and refine existing financial and performance tracking systems. Track project budget and finances, document program accomplishments, and prepare quarterly or annual reports. Perform inspections on pre sale work performed by district staff and contractors as needed to ensure compliance with federal specifications.
• Participate in the development of new Good Neighbor Authority agreements and the modification of existing agreements. Work with partners to prioritize and schedule timber sale preparation activities.
• Support and advise the completion of timber sale preparation by district staff.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Timber sale preparation activities: unit delineation, layout, marking, cruising, volume estimation, compliance surveys.
• USFS Timber Sale Preparation policies, procedures, handbooks, and manuals.
• State procurement policy and procedures.
• Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Skills in:

• Project management and coordination.
• Contract management.
• Document preparation, technical writing, and review.
• Using computers and common office software.
• Time management.
• Leadership.
• Written and verbal communication.

Ability to:

• Maintain and refine existing financial and performance tracking systems.
• Learn, understand, and apply state and federal laws as well as state and agency rules, procedures, and policies.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Analyze complex problems and identify alternative solutions.
• Handle multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Work in office and outdoor settings.
• Ability to drive on State business with possible overnight stays.

Selective Preference(s):

• B.S. in Forestry with two years of relevant experience. Or, bachelors degree in a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience working in a timber pre-sale program.