Registered Professional Forester

POSITION

W. M. Beaty & Associates, Inc. is seeking applicants for a full-time Registered Professional Forester position to work in northeastern California. The successful applicant will work on all aspects of field operations, with a focus on Timber Harvesting Plan preparation and timber sale administration.

LOCATION

W. M. Beaty & Associates, Inc., is one of Northern California's longest standing forest management and consulting firms based in Redding, California. The company manages 143,000 acres of private forestland across a wide landscape in northeastern California. This position is located out of our main office in Redding.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The principal duties of this position are all field reconnaissance, planning, and preparation of Timber Harvesting Plans, timber sale contract administration, and assistance with numerous timberland related management activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry or related field, have a California Registered Professional Forester License or be able to obtain one within a year, have a minimum of one year of experience which includes Timber Harvesting Plan preparation, submittal, and administration. Ability to function well during all seasons in mountainous forested environments using forestry field tools is required as are computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access, and geographic information systems. A high degree of self-motivation, well developed communication skills, desire to work as a team member, and the ability to develop and maintain respectable professional relationships within a complex regulatory environment is essential.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range is $80,000 to $100,000 and will be based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include company vehicle, vacation and sick leave, healthcare plan, 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match, and cell phone.

APPLICATION

A letter of application, resume, and list of references should be sent to W. M. Beaty & Associates, Inc., Attn: Ryan Hilburn, Chief Forester, PO Box 990898, Redding, CA, 96099-0898, or emailed to ryanh@wmbeaty.com with “Registered Professional Forester Applicant” in the subject line. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.