Employer: Forest Stewards Guild Location: Remote. Applicants living in the Northeastern U.S. Some travel required. Application deadline: November 10, 2024 Full position description and application instructions Summary: The Region Coordinator will engage with project activities, communications, and deliverables in our current programmatic areas: 1) forest climate adaptation and ecosystem resiliency, 2) forest stewardship workforce development, and 3) woodland owner outreach. Key programs this position will engage with may include the Sustaining Ash Partners Network (SAP-Ne), National Park Service Resilient Landscapes Initiative, Forest Stewards Youth Corps, Women Owning Woodlands Network, Guild membership, and Guild communications.

Employer: Redwood Forest Foundation, Inc. (RFFI) Location: Fort Bragg, California Application deadline: Open until filled. Interviewing by or before November. Full position description and application instructions Summary: In 2007, RFFI purchased the Usal Redwood Forest, 50,000 acres of working timberland, and since then has worked to improve long-term forest health, restore aquatic and wildlife habitat, and develop a community governance structure that focuses on long-term benefits to the planet and the people. This is an opportunity for a non-profit or private sector executive with a passion for forests, a commitment to climate change mitigation and a vision for active community engagement. RFFI's Executive Director is supported by an experienced forestry team, program and development staff, and a board that has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the organization. Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans
• Oversee development and integration of RFFI and Usal Redwood Forest Company (a wholly owned subsidiary) annual budgets
• Increase overall fundraising outcomes
• With consultant support, coordinate the carbon credit sales program
• Assure compliance with loan covenants and reporting
• Facilitate Native American collaboration in forestland management
• Liaise with the Redwood Forest Council, RFFI's community advisory group
• Develop programs related to current and future land acquisitions
• Develop, maintain, and present performance metrics to measure impact

Employer: The Nature Conservancy Location: Many locations Application deadline: Varies Full position descriptions and application instructions Summary: The Nature Conservancy currently has many job openings across several states for Burn Crew Managers and other prescribed fire roles. Check out their careers page and type in "burn crew" to the search bar to filter results.

Employer: The National Bobwhite and Grassland Initiative (NBGI) and NBGI Foundation Location: Jackson, MS Application deadline: Soon...filled by November 4, 2024 Full position description and application instructions Summary: We are seeking an experienced State Coordinator in Mississippi to join our growing team delivering conservation projects to landowners and producers through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Ideal candidates will possess leadership experience, a project management background, knowledge of government operations, strong organizational and communication skills, and problem-solving ability. Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team of state wildlife agency conservation delivery staff, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and other conservation partners to deliver RCPP projects to private landowners emphasizing northern bobwhite conservation and historically underserved landowners
• Hire and supervise two (2) State Delivery Specialists
• Collaborate with state wildlife agency private lands administrator for planning and implementation
• Support compliance checks, contracting, and activities through a project management system
• Serve as a liaison between NRCS, field operations, state operations, and national operations
• Work with National Coordinator to secure partner contributions and complete reports
• And more...

Employer: Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV) Location: Missoula, Montana preferred (within Intermountain West negotiable) Application deadline: November 17, 2024 (midnight Mountain Time) Full position description and application instructions Summary: The Western Forests Conservation Coordinator will play a significant role in visioning and developing strategies and projects related to dry, frequent fire forests and pinyon-juniper woodlands. Work is guided by the IWJV’s Strategic Plan, Implementation Plan, and Annual Operational Plans. The areas of emphasis, geographies, and partners may shift over time, requiring high adaptability and interest in various conservation issues and approaches. The position is expected to integrate with all IWJV habitat efforts as part of a collaborative and interdisciplinary team. This position is hosted by the Wildlife Management Institute (WMI) and supervised by the IWJV Conservation Programs and Operations Coordinator. This position requires periodic travel within the Intermountain West (25-40 nights per year). The Western Forests Conservation Coordinator will not have supervisory responsibility initially, but staff supervision is possible over time. Duties: The fundamental focus of this position is to develop and coordinate the IWJV’s new Western Forests efforts. This position will support our broad array of partners with conservation capacity building, science, and communications. Primary duties include:

● Provide strategic oversight to the IWJV’s Western Forests Program. ● Expand and foster IWJV’s network of partners, including NGOs, tribal nations, private landowners, and state and federal agencies engaged in western forest management and conservation. ● Serve as a technical lead for the IWJV staff and Management Board on forest management science, policy, and partnerships. ● Serve as the staff lead for the IWJV Management Board Western Forests Committee. ● Develop and coordinate the delivery of IWJV’s annual work plan related to western forests.