Employer: American Forests

Location: Murphy, NC

Application deadline: Position is open until filled.

Full position description and application instructions As a part of the team, you will be responsible for assisting the USDA Forest Service's Orchard Manager with the development, planning, and application of cultural practices that support health and productivity of seed orchard and seed production areas located at the Beech Creek Genetic Resource Management Areas (GRMA) on the Nantahala National Forest in North Carolina and the Chilhowee GRMA located on the Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee. In partnership with the USDA Forest Service, this position will assist USDA Forest Service staff ensure the effective maintenance, production, and record-keeping of trees and native plants to support reforestation and restoration initiatives on National Forests across the Southeast. Several different tree species (e.g., conifer and hardwood) and native plants, are involved, requiring implementing different schemes to accomplish seed production objectives. Specific responsibilities include:

• Maintenance and Improvement- Seed Orchards and Seed Production Areas (85%)
• Partnership & Coordination (5%)
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  Other Duties as Assigned (10%)

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Employer: Baskahegan Company

Location: Brookton, ME (with regular remote office/work from home flexibility)

Application deadline: Position is open until filled.

Full position description and application instructions Baskahegan Company is a 106-year-old (5th generation) family company that owns and manages 150,000 acres of natural forest in eastern Maine. With a focus on economically sustainable, ecologically sound and socially responsible forest and land management, the Company seeks a motivated leader to join the Baskahegan team. This person will be a key player in the next chapter of a legacy underpinned by values of care for the lands, waters, wildlife and local communities. Reporting to the President & CEO (a 4^th generation family member), this role oversees a small team of professionals that include a Forestry Operations Manager, GIS/Wood Supply Analyst, Forest Resource Specialist, and a part-time Office Manager/Bookkeeper.  Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee, coordinate and support the activities of the Forestry Operations Manager, GIS/Wood Supply Analysist, Forest Resource Specialist, and part-time Office Manager/Bookkeeper.
• In partnership with the team, plan for annual harvest strategies (volume, species mix, stand profiles, operational considerations).
• Support the Forestry Operations Manager in merchandising forest products.
• Provide input to the President on budgets and forecasts
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with vendors, contractors and customers.
• Pursue new customers and opportunities.
• Assist the President with identifying and analyzing land acquisitions.
• Track the latest developments.
• And more...

Please email your Cover Letter + Resume to: john@baskahegan.com The selected candidate will be asked to provide three references as well as successfully pass a background check.

Employer: Forest Stewards Guild

Location: Remote, Santa Fe, NM, Portland ME, Northern MN, or Asheville, NC

Status: Full-time

Application deadline: Rolling, April 11, 2026

Full position description and application instructions

The Forest Stewards Guild is hiring a full-time Manager specializing in agreements and contracts. Working closely with Program Managers, the Business Director, and the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Agreements Manager will serve as a key resource for contracts and agreements and organizational procurement processes. The Agreements Manager will support the strategic and operational priorities of the Forest Stewards Guild by managing the full lifecycle of contracts and agreements. They will ensure compliance with Guild policies and applicable federal regulations.  They will track key deadlines, deliverables, payment schedules, and amendments while ensuring compliance with Guild policies and external funder requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the process for developing and disseminating requests for proposals (RFP),
• Present an assessment of contractors’ RFP responses to Guild program staff,
• Track payments to project contractors,
• Create and update the Guild’s agreement templates for contracting and entering partnerships with individuals and organizations,
• Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements in conjunction with program managers for vendors, consultants, subrecipients, and partners,
• Assess organizational risk and review of contract documents for accuracy, rationality, and completeness,
• And more…

English version: Employer: Forest Stewards Guild  Location: Based in Cuba, Cebolla, Grants, or Trampas, New Mexico with travel across the region to project sites.  Status: Part Time Termed - current funding for the position covers three years.  Application deadline: Open until filled.  Full position description in English Application form The Forest Stewards Guild is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Conservation Ambassador to assist in connecting private landowners to funding opportunities that support conservation practices. The position will be focused on outreach, education, training, and community engagement. The ideal candidate will be skilled in agricultural conservation practices, community outreach, and be familiar with the local community’s land use practices, resource concerns, and conservation needs.  Responsibilities include: 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members and local organizations. 

• Serve as a liaison between community members and the Conservation Manager to promote adoption of regenerative agricultural practices and connect landowners with funding opportunities. 

• Help identify and develop microgrants within the community to fund small-scale, community-led conservation projects. 

• Help plan and host community outreach events, peer learning sessions, and demonstration projects.  

• Help generate projects and activities for the Cuba Forest Stewards Youth Corps (FSYC) crew to implement in 2027 and 2028 (Cuba location only). 

• And more! 

  Spanish version: Título de puesto: Embajador(a) de Conservación  Ubicación: Cuba, Cebolla, Grants, o Trampas, Nuevo México, con viajes por la región.  Estado: Tiempo Parcial con Plazo Fijo – el financiamiento es garantizado por tres años.  Plazo de postulación: Disponible hasta que se ocupe.  Supervisora: la Gerente de Conservación  Rango de remuneración: $24 - $28 / hora  Descripción completa de cargo Instrucciones para postular The Forest Stewards Guild busca un(a) Embajador(a) de Conservación motivado y colaborativo para promover la conservación de los recursos naturales y el liderazgo comunitario en las zonas rurales de Nuevo México. Esta iniciativa busca conectar a propietarios en cuatro centros del norte de Nuevo México con oportunidades de conservación (por ejemplo, NRCS, EMNRD, NMDA, etc.) y promover prácticas como la salud del suelo, la conservación del agua, el hábitat de polinizadores, la mitigación de incendios forestales, la restauración de cuencas de agua, y el manejo forestal.  Las responsabilidades incluyen: 

• Construir y mantener relaciones sólidas con los miembros de la comunidad, propietarios históricamente subrepresentados, y organizaciones locales. 

• Servir como enlace entre los propietarios locales y la Gerente de Conservación para promover la adopción de prácticas de conservación regenerativa y conectar a los propietarios con oportunidades de conservación, módulos de capacitación y micro subsidios. 

• Ayudar a planificar y organizar eventos de alcance comunitario con la asistencia de la Gerente de Conservación y otro personal del Guild, incluyendo Ferias de Recursos para la Conservación, sesiones de aprendizaje entre pares, y proyectos de demostración. 

• Co-crear materiales de promoción culturalmente apropiados, incluyendo contenido impreso, digital, y para redes sociales en inglés y español. 

• Apoyar al Gerente del Programas para Jóvenes y Forest Stewards Youth Corps (FSYC, por sus siglas en inglés) generando proyectos y actividades para integrar al equipo del FSYC de Cuba en iniciativas de conservación basadas en la comunidad (solo Cuba). 

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Employer: Andorra Forest, LP Location: Stoddard, NH Application deadline: April 10, 2026 Full position description and application instructions Summary: The Conservation and Operations Manager oversees stewardship of over 10,000 acres of conserved forest and the maintenance of numerous buildings, roads, and trails.  Located in the rural town of Stoddard, New Hampshire, the family-owned property is managed for wild blueberry fields, recreation, timber, wildlife habitat and wilderness preservation. See full job description for more information.

Employer: American Forests

Location: SC, FL, LA, and MS

Positions available: 4

Status: Full-time

Application deadline: Rolling

Full position description and application instructions We are currently hiring four Orchard Manager positions in SC, FL, LA, and MS to support our work to increase reforestation capacity with the USDA Forest Service across Region 8. These are full-time, salaried positions working in partnership with the USDA Forest Service to manage seed orchards, seed production areas, and native plant production at genetic resource management areas (GRMAs) on National Forest System lands. Seed produced from these sites will be used to support reforestation and revegetation initiatives across National Forests in the region. This role is a great fit for candidates with backgrounds in tree improvement, forest genetics, forestry, silviculture, horticulture, nursery operations, or natural resource management who are passionate about hands-on conservation work. The budgeted salary range is $56,000–$76,000, with a strong benefits package. Key Responsibilities include:

• Management of Seed Orchards and Seed Production Areas
• Management of Progeny Field Tests
• Partnership & Coordination
• Other Duties as Assigned
• And more!

The Orchard Manager will work under the supervision of American Forests’ Senior Manager, Southeast Forest Genetics and in close coordination with USDA Forest Service. The Orchard Manager may supervise seasonal or permanent American Forests staff, including technician-level positions. The Orchard Manager will also engage regional partners including, but not limited to, state forestry agencies, state wildlife agencies, forestry consultants, contractors, private companies, nonprofit organizations, and other public and private landowners as appropriate.

Employer: Virginia Tech, Agriculture & Life Sciences

Location: Blacksburg, Virginia

Status: Full-time

Application deadline: April 26, 2026

Full position description and application instructions

The Department Head will provide visionary leadership in establishing priorities for the department in the context of the strategic initiatives and stakeholder needs of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. They will maintain a commitment to shared governance and collaboration with on and off campus faculty; foster interdisciplinary and interagency cooperation; actively participate in student recruitment and education and in recruitment of new faculty and staff; encourage professional development, evaluation, and promotion of faculty and staff; prepare and manage departmental budgets; coordinate the deployment of new faculty and staff into modern laboratory facilities; foster and promote an environment conducive to faculty obtaining new grants, contracts and gifts. In addition, the Department Head will be responsible for building on a collegial culture of collaboration with other departments, colleges and university centers/institutes, governmental agencies, alumni, and commodity groups. It is strongly desired that the successful candidate participates in teaching, research, and/or extension activities.

Required Qualifications: 

• An earned doctorate in entomology, biology, ecology or related discipline (interdisciplinary training or experience desirable)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources and a commitment to financial transparency
• Credentials sufficient for appointment as a tenured full professor, including an internationally recognized level of academic achievement, active research program and demonstrated record of successful grantsmanship
• Team building skills with evidence of effective group leadership at a departmental level, including strong record of graduate student training
• Demonstrated effectiveness in personnel management, interpersonal communication, and consensus building
• Demonstrated experience in assessing priorities and the implementation of strategic planning in a multidisciplinary environment
• And more…