Forest Products Utilization and Marketing Specialist--Arizona Division of Forestry

Arizona Division of Forestry

Deadline: 2011/02/15 08:00:00 US/Eastern

**THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED.  THE FIRST REVIEW OF RESUMES WILL BEGIN ON NOVEMBER 1, 2010.  ANY ADDITIONAL RESUMES WILL BE REVIEWED AS NEEDED.**

Location: 3650 Lake Mary Road, Flagstaff.

The Arizona State Forestry Division provides for the prevention and suppression of wildland fires on state and private lands located outside of incorporated municipalities. This mission is accomplished through the use of cooperative agreements with local, state and federal agencies as well as other entities organized to prevent and suppress wildfires.  To further enhance these capabilities, State Forestry Fuels and Fire Crews are provided through the Arizona Department of Corrections.  Through our programs we protect 22,400,000 acres of state and private lands.  The Forestry Division is also engaged in forest management and urban and communities forestry activities designed to enhance forest health.  They are currently looking for a Natural Resources Manager II/Forest Product Utilization/Marketing Specialist.

This position will work with agencies, organizations, and landowners to facilitate access to programs and resources that improve forest products utilization and marketing in Arizona.  Position will:
*Identify and develop marketing opportunities that support and benefit from sustainable forest management activities in forests on all ownerships
*Assist landowners and entrepreneurs with management, utilization, and marketing in support of sustainable ecosystems and wood processing infrastructure
*Identify, obtain, and implement grants and associated programs to advance utilization and marketing of forest products
*Assist landowners in finding markets for their wood, and assist wood products businesses in securing an adequate supply of raw material
*Promote and participate in collaborative, landscape restoration efforts to ensure adequate supply of wood
*Share these technologies and opportunities with landowners and business entrepreneurs by facilitating and providing training in forest management, utilization and marketing
*Assist entrepreneurs to obtain and benefit from business development expertise in the development and enhancement of their wood products businesses
*Facilitate the development of wood-based bioenergy production by identifying and promoting programs that provide incentives for producers of both wood and energy
*Provide and secure assistance to improve operating efficiencies for primary and secondary wood products businesses.

This position will include 30%-60% travel.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:
*Knowledge of business management
*Knowledge of forest ecology, forest products and uses generated by restoration treatments
*Knowledge of markets for potential and existing restoration treatments generated by wood materials
*Knowledge of grant opportunities and other financial incentives to support management utilization
*Effective comprehensive oral and written communications as well as grant writing in support of forest management, product utilization, marketing and business development
*Facilitative skills for collaborative vision, issue identification and problem solving
*Skill in cognitive thinking, listening, speaking and writing
*Formal education in Forestry and Forestry Products through an accredited forestry curriculum
*Experience in planning and application of silvicultural treatments, forest product utilization, and experience in forest products utilization, from harvesting through primary and secondary processing

**All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program.

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health and dental coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, and generous leave programs. Our work environment offers multiple training opportunities and encourages career development. To submit your resume for consideration, please hit the "APPLY" button below.

Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

AGENCY JOB BOARD ID:  NSA

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