Description

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Forester who thrives in an independent, field-based role and wants to make an impact with a respected, forward-thinking organization. As a Senior Forester, you’ll be responsible for purchasing and harvesting standing timber to supply high-quality fiber and fuel to the Somerset Mill, overseeing logging operations, and building trusted relationships with landowners and contractors — all while promoting responsible forest management aligned with SFI certification standards.

In this role, you’ll enjoy the independence of a consulting forester with the stability and resources of a major company. Our foresters manage their territories with flexibility and autonomy, backed by a supportive and experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase and harvest standing timber to meet mill fiber and fuel requirements.
• Manage a network of logging contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable operations.
• Promote land stewardship consistent with SFI Fiber Sourcing certification.
• Maintain accurate records for stumpage, deliveries, and landowner relations.
• Support road building and other operational projects as needed
• Develop and write Maine Tree Growth plans.
• Build and strengthen relationships with landowners and contractors; proactively seek new opportunities and partnerships.
• Provide regional leadership, mentoring others and supporting team initiatives.
   

Why Join Us

• Work independently while being part of a highly skilled, forward-thinking forestry team.
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy with the support of a well-established company.
• Contribute to sustainable forestry practices that strengthen local economies and protect forest health.
   
   

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry.
• Minimum 5 years of forestry experience.
• Eligible for or currently hold a Maine Forester’s License.
• Proven knowledge of GIS mapping, timber inventory and analysis, and forest regulations.
• Strong understanding of regional forest markets, BMPs, and SFI certification.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and related software tools.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Maine and northern New England.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience procuring timber.
• Experience working across both private woodlots and large industrial forest lands.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts with landowners and contractors.
• Familiarity with using drones to enhance harvest efficiency and landowner engagement.
• Active participation in forestry organizations (e.g., Maine Tree, SAF, Tree Farm, SWOAM).
• Experience with certification audits.