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Staff Forester
At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.
Your Tasks
Manage forestry consulting projects, including THP/timber sale preparation and administration, timber inventories, appraisals, rural development projects, grant/cost-share projects, and vegetation/fuels reduction work.
Act as the Registered Professional Forester (RPF) of record and support responsible land management, sustainable resource use, and regulatory compliance.
Prepare, track, and administer project budgets, schedules, resource allocation, technical documentation, reports, maps, and quality control.
Provide professional oversight of contractors performing tree planting, herbicide application, fuel reduction, timber harvesting, road work, and watercourse crossing restoration projects.
Support carbon inventory and analysis for forest carbon verification projects under ARB Compliance Offset Protocols and other voluntary protocols.
Build and maintain working relationships with clients, agencies, contractors, partners, and stakeholders.
Mentor and train supervised designees, associate foresters, seasonal employees, and other team members.
Be able and willing to travel, including to remote project locations. Travel may include overnight stays and camping.
Follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required.
Your Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or a closely related field.
Active California Registered Professional Forester license required.
Valid driver’s license and clear driving record required.
Working knowledge of California Forest Practice Rules, harvesting design principles, road layout, timber cruising, forest management practices, and regulatory compliance.
Proficiency with forestry field equipment, GPS, Microsoft Office, and ArcGIS or related GIS mapping tools.
Strong project management, organizational, leadership, communication, and technical writing skills.
Ability to work independently in field environments, manage multiple complex projects, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate, high-quality work.
Ability to mentor others, work collaboratively, and represent the company professionally with clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
What We Offer
A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Opportunities for professional development and technical growth.
Exposure to a wide range of forestry consulting, forest management, and carbon verification projects.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Commitment to safety, sustainability, responsible land management, and customer value.
Additional Information
The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $85,000 – $120,000.
Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity.
The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.
Travel: Required, including remote project locations. Extended travel may include overnight stays and camping.
This role may require walking, hiking, or standing for extended periods in steep, rugged, and/or remote terrain under adverse weather conditions.
The position may involve exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, smoke, dust, pollen, wildlife, insects, pesticides, and active forestry or logging operations.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Work Area: Others
Country/Region: United States
Job Location: Grass Valley
Working Model: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time / regular
Company: TÜV SÜD America Inc.
Org Unit Code: FRST-C
Requisition ID: 5611
Duration in months (if limited contract):
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