Senior Forester

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Working Arrangement

Job Description

The Opportunity

The area of management includes approximately 260,000 acres of timberlands primarily located in Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Management is implemented to reduce risk and enhance investor returns while maintaining compliance with MFM’s stewardship procedures and a safe work environment. Activities include timber marketing, harvesting administration, silviculture, protection of assets and other opportunistic sources of returns compatible with Manulife Forest Management (MFM) objectives. 

Location:

Remote work arrangement. Preferred location central (Marquette Area) or western Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client fiduciary obligations are maintained.
• Maintain a safe working environment; enthusiastically and proactively promote safety among MFM teams, contractors, recreation users and visitors.
• Plan and implement timber marketing, sales and contract oversight in coordination with property consultants.
• Coordinate and implement all silviculture activities in the designated area, working collaboratively with the broader MFM team to ensure cohesive efforts across all MFM ownerships.
•  Design and implement BMP compliant road construction and maintenance. 
• Plan and secure non-timber revenue sources for client properties in alignment with MFM objectives including recreation revenues, retail land sales, surface use revenue and other opportunistic revenue sources.
• Provide inputs into forest management planning, both long term and short term for areas under management, including quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, long term plans and comprehensive management plans. Support and conduct quarterly reporting including status commentary and updates as scheduled and requested.
• Service the continuous information and communication needs of multiple teams based in multiple regions.
• Implement internal BMP and forest certification procedures and support and participate in audits.
•  Ensure compliance with Manulife, MFM Group, and MFM policies and procedures. And compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.                
• Other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
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