Director of Forestry & Regulatory Affairs

Florida Forestry Association Seeking Director of Forestry & Regulatory Affairs

Job Description:

The Florida Forestry Association is a statewide trade association representing those who grow, harvest and process Florida’s forests and forest products. Our mission is to promote the responsible and sustainable use of Florida’s forest resources. Through advocacy, communication and education, the Association strives to foster regulatory, economic, and social climates that allow the forest community to prosper.

The Association is seeking a highly motivated professional to monitor, manage and coordinate the Association’s involvement in regulatory and environmental policy issues as they relate to the practice of silviculture in Florida. The position also serves as the facilitator of Florida Master Logger training program, which is designed to increase awareness and ensure compliance with forestry Best Management Practices. In addition, the employee in this position provides staff support to various committees within the Association and serves on committees and workgroups outside the organization.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry or related field.

* A minimum of 5 years of full-time forestry related experience.

* Familiarity with computer applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Strategic and analytical mindset; seeks innovative solutions to complex challenges

* Proven organizational skills and attention to detail

Moderate in-state travel is required.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Benefits:

Paid vacation, sick and holidays, health insurance, 401(k), disability and life insurance

Please send resume and salary requirements to Info@FlForestry.org or mail to Job Opening, Florida Forestry Association, 402 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32301.