What AMC is looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or other natural-resource related field with a focus on forest management.
- Licensed forester in the State of Maine or the ability to become a licensed forester.
- 3-5 years of experience working in the forest sector in an operational capacity.
- Professional experience with overseeing forest road maintenance, construction, and project design.
- Familiarity and professional experience with GIS software to create maps and utilize the software for planning and management.
- Experience managing harvest crews to meet the silvicultural objectives of the landowner.
- Knowledge of silvicultural harvest operations and harvest systems.
- Ability to work independently to achieve department goals and objectives as part of a high functioning team.
- Must be comfortable and able to work alone in a backcountry setting traveling by truck, snowmobile, ATV, snowshoe, and hiking.
What AMC Can Offer You:
Salary range: $53,144 - $71,760
We are committed to equitable compensation practices. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, competencies, and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits
To Apply:
Please include a resume and letter of interest. No phone calls or agencies please.
AMC welcomes all qualified candidates to apply, and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. This includes but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.
The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility that serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.