Registered Professional Forester (RPF)

Position Summary:

Our firm is in search of a lead forester to solidify our ability to supply our current services. The ideal candidate will collaborate with company leadership to help open the doors to additional opportunities in forestry and wildfire/fuel mitigation projects. This position requires an individual who has experience and interest in a wide range of forestry disciplines.

Work Location:

Redding California and the surrounding region

Key Responsibilities:

 Submit utility exemptions and inspect work performed for adherence to Forest Practice Rules.

 Manage PG&E FERC Transmission lines to adhere to the established FERC licenses.

 Hydro/Canal vegetation project oversight.

 Collaborate with company leadership to expand our Timber Harvest Plan abilities.

 Assist with the development of new projects and programs.

 Training and Coaching Jr. Foresters and field technicians

 Directing field technicians to complete a variety of project work

 Project status reporting to HCF ownership and client management

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

 Active RPF license in good standing with the board of forestry and fire protection

 Ability to operate GIS, Google Earth, Excel, and Word.

 Excellent written and verbal communication skills

 Excellent team management skills

 Ability to be efficient and productive while managing a flexible schedule

 Must have a valid CA driver’s license and remain eligible to operate a company vehicle.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

 Three years experience as an RPF

 Advanced GIS knowledge and experience

 Licensed Pest Control Advisor

 Qualified Applicators License

 Experience and/or education in Fuels/fire management

Compensation Structure:

 Compensation: Salary DOE

 Health Insurance Benefit Program

 401k with employer match

 Company vehicle, computers, and tools

 10 paid annual holidays, vacation, and sick leave

 Bonus program

Company Overview:

High Country Forestry, Inc is a boutique forestry and vegetation management consultancy serving northern California and the surrounding region. We were founded in 1997 in Mt. Shasta, CA and have continuously operated as a locally owned small business now based in Redding, CA. We have a wide range of expertise and experience on staff that has allowed us to provide high quality consulting services to our clients for over 25 years. During this time, we have helped create and optimize fuel break programs while completing front-lines projects. Our passion is helping our clients build successful programs by implementing industry leading best practices and refining their real-world application through field testing and continuous learning. This allows us to determine what is truly effective and bridges the gap between the board room and the field. By remaining open to change and focusing on continuous improvement and organizational learning, we are able to keep programs effective over long periods of time even as the regulatory, environmental, relational, and organizational landscapes continually change around us.

To apply, click the APPLY link to submit application by email to Joshua Pust (Joshua.pust@hcforestry.com)