District Forester - Ryderwood Forestry District - Centralia, WA

ABOUT THE POSITION: • Manage and implement all aspects of a silviculture program including reforestation, vegetation management, andtree improvement Collaborate in the development of silvicultural budgets and forecasts Assist with the timber harvest program, including performing harvest unit layout and permitting, administeringroad building and logging contracts, and ensure log quality control Professionally and effectively interact with interact with state regulatory agencies and diverse groups Maintain essential documentation and critical databases related to reforestation activities Effectively work both within a team setting as well as independently in remote areas Perform forestry-related projects in a wide range of weather and field conditions using maps, compass, or GPSAssist and collaborate in other forestry work on the district as neededQUALIFICATIONS3 years' experience in silviculture in the Pacific Northwest Bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, or related field, or equivalent recent, relevant work experience Understanding of silvicultural practices and cost considerations Work experience with Washington forest practice rules Valid Washington driver's license or the ability to obtain a valid Washington driver's license Demonstrated ability to drive hazardous mountain roads Skilled with Word, Outlook, Excel, and ArcGIS software Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, and a strong work ethicWHY JOIN OUR TEAMBecause this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growthto everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. In addition to paid vacation and 10 paid holidays, we provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance.

HOW TO APPLY: If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to: Sierra Pacific Industries, Human ResourcesPO Box 496011, Redding, CA 96049(866) 378-8001or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. We are a drug and tobacco free workplace. The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is between $65,000 and $110,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number offactors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education.