Senior Manager, California Cone Corps

Actively Recruiting : Yes Position title : Senior Manager, California Cone Corps Type of Position : Staff (Seasonal) State / Territory : California Trees play a vital role in solving some of the most pressing issues facing our communities, our society, and our world today. For 150 years, American Forests has stood boldly at the forefront of the conservation movement, working collaboratively and innovatively to ensure that all people have access to the benefits of trees. As we look ahead to the next 150, continued collective action will be essential to securing a healthy, climate-resilient future for all. To support this work, we are looking for a Senior Manager, California Cone Corps to join our Forest Restoration team and lead the development and implementation of the California Cone Corps program under the Reforestation Pipeline Partnership (RPP). The California Cone Corps program works across public and private lands to support federal, state, and local practitioners in their cone collection efforts. The program is creating and refining a cutting-edge workforce development support framework to increase the available reforestation workforce for state and federal partners and other stakeholders, including the U.S. Forest Service Region 5 (USFS R5), the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Bureau of Land Management (BLM). POSITION DESCRIPTION As a part of the team, you will be responsible for coordinating program logistics; fostering partner relations; grant writing and reporting; overseeing recruitment, selection, onboarding and supervision of Cone Corps participants; providing guidance to junior American Forests RPP/Cone Corps staff; and assisting with activities critical to American Forests’ mission. JOB DUTIES Program Management of the Cone Corps Program (50%) The Senior Manager, California Cone Corps will be responsible for managing the program while working closely with American Forests colleagues and partners to develop, design and deploy its essential functions. Increase workforce capacity for the USFS R5, CAL FIRE, BLM and others in their cone collection operations – and other reforestation needs – through strategic position creation and placement, and program structure. Collaborate with junior AF staff in the recruitment and hiring of Cone Corps members; and in the provision of logistical and technical assistance through mentoring, regular communication, developing and leading orientations, trainings, and regular meetings and events as appropriate. Ensure efficient recruitment, application development, wage distribution, professional training, and career development processes. Create and sustain partner relations with participating Corps programs and host sites. Development and delivery of Cone Camps (15%) Coordinate closely with RPP staff, agency personnel, and contractors to develop Cone Camp schedules, agendas, and related educational materials. Report on Cone Camp outcomes to funders and via American Forests communications channels as appropriate. Serve as facilitator or co-facilitator at Cone Camp events. Lead the development of contracts for Cone Camp support. Work closely with the California Director and RPP staff to identify critical workforce needs. Identify and pursue funding opportunities for the Cone Corps program and RPP at-large. Project Administration (15%) Manage programmatic budgets including but not limited to budgeting, preparing invoice and match documentation, submitting reimbursements and grant and agreement modifications, and participating in related programmatic meetings. Other Duties (5%) Build and maintain relationships with key agencies, regional stakeholders, and funders. Assist staff in the delivery of relevant in-person meetings, conferences, and events. Conduct public presentations at conferences and events. Maintain knowledge and understanding of trends, best practices, scientific research, and new developments in silviculture, reforestation, forestry, and natural resource management. #J-18808-Ljbffr