Sr Mgr, California Seed & Seedling Production

Overview

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. The budget salary range is between $60,000 and $80,000 annually. The Senior Manager will live within 2 hours of Sacramento, CA and be able to travel to work sites and field locations; other locations within California will be considered for highly qualified applicants. The Senior Manager will not report to a physical office space;

non-field-related work may be completed remotely. This role supports American Forests’ Forest Restoration team as we work toward securing a healthy, climate-resilient future.

Our Mission in Action

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, California Seed & Seedling Production to join our Forest Restoration team.

As a part of the team, you will develop and execute projects and partnerships, working in close collaboration with USFS staff; manage field staff and related logistics for personnel supported by the USFS Agreement and other relevant grants and agreements within their Region, including staff planning, recruitment and hiring as applicable; and support grant and agreement administration, including invoicing, reporting, and grant writing.

Major responsibilities include:

• Project Management (60%)
  • Oversee American Forests’ staff-led efforts at NFS facilities (seed orchards, nursery, and other sites as appropriate). These could include data management and analysis; orchard operations; cone collections; seed processing, testing, and sowing; nursery growing operations, and more.
  • Oversee field and safety logistics for direct reports, ensuring that staff have the requisite safety training, and that safety practices are aligned with organizational requirements.
  • Coordinate with AF and USDA Forest Service staff on protocols, templates, and best practices.
  • Build and maintain relationships on behalf of American Forests with key agencies and regional stakeholders.
  • Manage and support reforestation and forest resilience partnerships, including facilitation of and/or attendance at partner meetings, grants and agreement reporting, and budgeting.
  • Work with the California Director to advance reforestation efforts, plans, partnerships, and/or agreements on NFS lands.
  • Maintain knowledge and understanding of trends, best practices, scientific research, and new developments in silviculture, reforestation, forestry, and natural resource management.
• Supervisory Duties (20%)
  • Supervise seasonal and full-time permanent employees, including timesheet and leave approvals, performance assessments, assistance with administrative processes, etc.
  • Lead recruitment, hiring, and training for additional staff as needed.
  • Provide supervisory support, including in-field/onsite as needed, for AF staff and for field crews and field support personnel as needed and appropriate.
  • Work with AF staff on administrative tasks, including budgeting, preparing invoice documentation, documenting match, submitting reimbursements and supporting grant/agreement modifications.
• Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
  • Assist AF 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.

We don’t expect you to check every single box. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! We’re interested in your ability to learn, collaborate, and bring fresh perspectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, wildlife management, or other related field with at least three (3) years of experience; or a Masters degree in relevant field with at least two (2) years of experience.
• 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 USFS…