American Forest Management, Inc. seeks a skilled District Manager for its Columbia Gorge District. Reporting to the Region Manager, this role involves overseeing 75,000 acres of forestland in Washington and Oregon in the Columbia Gorge region. The District Manager will play a crucial role in managing existing operations, driving new business in forest management, and supervising a team of 4 employees.
More about who we are:
American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM). Founded in 1966, AFM is a leading national forestry consulting firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company sustainably manages and provides timberland consulting and real estate services for privately owned timberland throughout the United States, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.
AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental and farmland services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.
District Manager – Columbia Gorge, Washington
AFM’s Columbia Gorge, Washington District has an opening for a District Manager position reporting to the Region Manager. The position is responsible for the management of 75,000 acres of forestland owned by Private Families and Conservation Organizations, in the Columbia Gorge. It is also responsible for generating new business in forest management. In this role a successful candidate will lead a team of 4 employees while mentoring, developing and guiding them to achieve their career goals. Activities include internal and client budget preparation, timber sales and marketing, harvesting, reforestation, silviculture, road construction and maintenance, contract negotiation, certification compliance, easement monitoring, grazing lease administration, environmental compliance, and land sales support.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in Forestry; Master in Forestry; or related field.
- Minimum preferred 10 years of experience in forest operations including silviculture management, harvesting, timber marketing, and forest inventory.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Capability to work in challenging field conditions.
- Experience with Washington Forest Practice Rules and Oregon Forest Practices Rules.
- Knowledge and ability to work within the performance standards of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Products; working knowledge of GIS & GPS applications.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize in a fast-paced work environment, work independently, and make client-based business decisions.
- Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work within and lead a team of foresters.
- Must have personal skills necessary to communicate with clients, contractors, and various stakeholders.
- Valid Driver’s License with safe vehicle operation skills.
Work Environment
Office and remote field environment. At times works alone in remote forest lands accessed by private, unimproved roads where off-road driving skills are required. Involves working long periods of time outdoors, sometimes in adverse weather conditions including summer heat and extreme cold.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepare budgets, annual operating plans, forecasts, and reports for clients.
- Oversee the management of contractors in the implementation of forest operations.
- Manage contract negotiation for management operations, timber, and land sales to assure compliance with government regulations and client objectives.
- Manages four-person team in compliance with Company mission, vision, core values, and policies.
- Manages team performance and safety.
- All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting.
- Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) for effective property management.
- Operate within the Sustainable Forestry Initiative's objectives.
- Fulfill other assignments from the Region Manager.
- Soft Skills: communication, leadership, adaptability, problem solving, decision making, time management, conflict resolution, and team building.
Salary and Benefits
- Expected salary range: $95,000-$125,000, commensurate with experience.
- Additional compensation:
- Company provided vehicle with unlimited personal use
- Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans
- Paid vacations, sick time and holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans
- Short- & Long-Term Disability plans available
- 401(K) retirement plan with matching company contributions
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program
This role offers dynamic opportunity to lead forest operations, drive business growth and contribute to a team-oriented environment within a leading forest consulting firm in the United States.
About AFM
For over 50 years, American Forest Management has helped landowners manage, buy, sell, improve, and enjoy millions of acres of land. We remain dedicated to our vision of making land ownership more rewarding by helping clients unlock the full potential of their property. Through expert services and decades of experience, we build lasting relationships grounded in trust and shared success.
We are committed to high-quality, sustainable forest management and responsible environmental stewardship. Our approach to sustainability is rooted in our six core values—Integrity, Stewardship, Innovation, Dedication, Respect, and Knowledge—which guide every aspect of our forestry consulting operations and drive us to promote sustainable business practices.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.
