GNA Project Forester

Good Neighbor Authority Project Forester

Join the Wyoming State Forestry Division as a Good Neighbor Authority Project Forester in Kemmerer!

The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD), is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Project Forester. This role offers the chance to significantly impact the management of our beautiful federal lands, including those managed by the Bridger-Teton National Forest.

Position Overview:

As the GNA Project Forester, you will be at the forefront of forest and fuel management projects, playing a crucial role in planning, preparing, and administering these initiatives. You will work directly with federal partners to identify high-priority projects, evaluate their feasibility, and make informed recommendations for their implementation.

This is an At-will Employee Contract position with limited benefits (no paid leave, employee only contributions toward insurance, no agency contribution toward retirement).

Human Resource Contact:
Ryan Scheer, ryan.scheer2,

Essential Functions:

• Plans forest product sales and fuels mitigation projects based on factors such as harvestable timber, operability, access, and other natural resource considerations.
• Prepares and writes detailed project plans.
• Assist federal partners in identifying priority treatment areas, conducting environmental analyses, and providing written recommendations.
• Assists in establishing long-term forest management goals and objectives related to forest management activities.
• Prepares forest product sales, including property boundary determination, harvest unit layout, road design and layout, marking, cruising, volume determination, appraisal, and advertising.
• Prepares forest product sales and timber stand improvement project contracts and maps.
• Ensures agency policies and procedures are followed throughout the presale process.
• Administers forest product sale contracts to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project goals.
• Monitors the progression of harvesting operations and ensures best management practices are being followed.
• Maintains the record of volume removed, payments, and account status.
• Makes recommendations regarding contract modifications or extensions for harvesting operations.
• Implements forest management projects such as timber stand improvement from project planning through preparation and contract administration.
• Coordinates with local, state, and federal partners in advancing forest management in the area.

Preferences/Agency Requirements:
Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Forestry. Preference may be given to candidates with at least 3 years of progressive work experience in forestry. Must have a valid driver's license.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of forestry principles and practices, forest ecology, fire behavior and ecology, silvicultural treatments and methodology, timber management, harvesting systems, forest products industry, surveying, and timber cruising techniques.
• Knowledge and experience using computers and software commonly used in professional land management, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Arc Pro and GPS devices and associated apps.
• Skills in effective oral and written communication and the ability to use various techniques to tailor the transmission of information to specific audiences.
• Skills in organizing work in a clear and easy-to-follow manner that commands attention and achieves desired results.
• Ability to apply logic and complex layers of rules to analyze and categorize complicated information.
• Ability to weigh each option's pros and cons before making a decision and moving forward, explaining the rationale for decisions.
• Ability to use sound methods to plan and track work, appointments, and commitments, evaluate progress on tasks, and adjust work as needed.
• Ability to address issues openly, constructively, and professionally.

Physical

Working Conditions:

• Ability to perform strenuous work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions, year-round.
• This position may require periodic travel.

Notes:

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) position to begin in the summer/fall of 2026 and extend for up to two (2) years. With the ability to renew after two (2) years.