Senior Manager

American Forests

. Develop and execute projects and partnerships with the USDA Forest Service in Montana .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Montana • United StatesSenior💰 $60,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in forestry and natural resource management, with a strong focus on reforestation project development, partnership management, and field logistics. Proficient in supervising teams and conducting fieldwork while ensuring safety and compliance with federal regulations.

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Bachelor’s Degree In ForestryField Forestry ExperienceProject ManagementGPS And GIS ExperienceStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Reforestation PlanningField Data CollectionContract AdministrationBudget ManagementGrant WritingQuality ControlAdaptive ManagementSilviculture KnowledgeField ImplementationMonitoring And Surveys

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership SkillsTeam SupervisionPublic Presentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

AGOLField MapsSurvey123GPSGIS

Certifications & Qualifications

State Forestry LicenseSociety Of American Foresters Certified ForesterCurrent First Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

USDA Forest ServiceNatural Resource ManagementFederal LandsReforestation ActivitiesForest ResiliencePartnership ManagementField LogisticsSafety TrainingEnvironmental ComplianceWildlife Risks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute projects and partnerships with the USDA Forest Service in Montana
Collaborate closely with American Forests and USDA Forest Service staff
Oversee program and field logistics
Support grant and agreement administration, including invoicing, reporting, grant writing, reforecasting budgets, payment requests, match documentation, and modifications
Manage field staff supported by USFS agreements
Advance regional reforestation activities and partnerships on National Forest System lands
Manage reforestation and forest resilience partnerships, meetings, reporting, and budgeting
Develop new forest restoration projects, plans, partnerships, and agreements
Oversee reforestation activities, including planning, unit layout, contract administration, field implementation, quality control, planting, release, monitoring, surveys, and inventory
Coordinate field data collection, analysis, and adaptive management
Oversee field and safety logistics and ensure required safety training
Coordinate field protocols, templates, and best practices
Maintain knowledge of silviculture, reforestation, forestry, and natural resource management
Build relationships with agencies and regional stakeholders
Supervise seasonal and full-time employees, including timesheets, leave approvals, performance assessments, and administrative processes
Lead recruitment, hiring, and training as needed
Provide in-field supervisory support to staff and field crews
Support contractor relationship management and oversight
Assist with meetings, conferences, and events
Conduct public presentations
Plan and lead site visits and field tours
Report to the Director, Northern Rockies and supervise or support up to five direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources with at least three (3) years of experience; or a Master’s degree in forestry or natural resources with at least two (2) years of experience
Field forestry and/or reforestation experience
Experience planning and implementing forest management actions on federal lands
Experience conducting fieldwork and implementing field-based projects
Experience supervising teams, ideally in field-based and remote environments
Working knowledge and experience in project and partnership management
Partnership or project experience with USDA Forest Service preferred
Strong organization, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
State forestry license and/or Society of American Foresters Certified Forester certification preferred
Current First Aid certification or willingness to be sponsored in obtaining
Experience with GPS and GIS, including AGOL, Field Maps, and Survey123, for mapping and geospatial data analysis
Experience in contract oversight and administration preferred
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel frequently to work sites
Spanish language ability preferred
Ability to lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
Willingness and ability to work in varying terrain, dense vegetation, wildlife risks, and hot, wet, and cold conditions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision
Vacation and Sick Leave
401(k) 5% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Insurance
Parental Bonding Leave
Technology Stipend
Life and AD&D Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Pet Benefits
Military Leave
Professional growth and advancement opportunities
Remote work position
Reasonable accommodation