Director of Forest Conservation
About the position Responsibilities • Develop and implement a climate-smart, wildlife-friendly pine straw program. • Conduct research on climate-smart forestry practices and sustainable pine straw production methods. • Create detailed plans for wildlife-friendly pine straw harvesting and distribution. • Lead the development of a marketing program for wildlife-friendly longleaf pine straw. • Form and coordinate a landowner-led steering group and mentorship models. • Coordinate economic research into wildlife-friendly pine straw production. • Identify consumer demand for wildlife-friendly longleaf pine straw. • Develop promotional and marketing materials for the program. • Ensure conservation benefits through inspections and certification processes. • Explore additional climate-smart forest markets and fundraising efforts. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in forestry, environmental science, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in forestry management or a similar role. • Strong knowledge of wildlife-friendly pine straw harvesting methods and sustainable forestry practices. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Passion for forest conservation and sustainability. Nice-to-haves • Master's degree in forestry or a related field. • Experience in developing and implementing conservation programs. • Certification in sustainable forestry practices. • Marketing, business, and co-op experience. Benefits • Dental insurance • Tuition reimbursement • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Retirement plan • Pet insurance