Silviculturist Project Manager

Job Summary

The Silviculturist Project Manager provides program-level leadership and technical expertise for silviculture and vegetation management activities supporting a federal agency for disaster recovery, restoration, and resiliency efforts. This role oversees planning, budgeting, environmental compliance, and implementation of forest management programs, ensuring alignment with agency objectives and regulatory requirements.


Supervisory Responsibilities : No


Job Classification: Permanent; Full-Time


Duty Station: Asheville, NC (Hybrid, 2 days minimum onsite)


Travel: Up to 75% (Travel required throughout the National Forests in North Carolina)


Duration: This role is anticipated to last 6 months, with the possibility of extension pending contract options.


Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the silviculture program, including reforestation, timber stand improvement, and vegetation management

• Develop policies, technical guides, and standards for silvicultural treatments (site prep, planting, thinning, prescribed fire)

• Oversee program budgets, funding allocations, and annual work plans

• Coordinate with federal agency staff, partners, and contractors on project planning and execution

• Develop and review silvicultural prescriptions and ensure integration of multiple resource objectives

• Prepare and review NEPA documentation and support environmental compliance processes

• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of silviculture and vegetation management programs through field inspections

• Provide technical oversight for timber harvest, stand treatments, and vegetation management activities

• Support development of long-range vegetation management plans and Forest Plan integration

• Review project plans, restoration strategies, and timber sale planning for compliance and effectiveness

• Coordinate insect, disease, and animal damage control programs related to vegetation management

• Participate in interdisciplinary teams for environmental planning and decision-making

• Track program performance and provide reports, updates, and recommendations

• Ensure compliance with federal agency policies, procedures, and land management objectives

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of silviculture, forestry practices, and vegetation management

• Experience with NEPA compliance and environmental analysis

• Ability to lead programs, manage budgets, and coordinate interdisciplinary teams

• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills

• Experience managing silviculture or forestry programs for federal land management agencies

• Familiarity with Eastern hardwood or Southern Appalachian forest ecosystems

• Experience developing silvicultural prescriptions integrating multiple resource objectives

• Experience with GIS tools and forest inventory/data systems

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field

• Required: Minimum 10 years of experience in forestry or silviculture

• Required: Certification of Silviculturist upon placement OR attain certification within one year of that date

• Required: Experience in vegetation management, timber planning, and environmental compliance

• Preferred: Advanced degree in forestry or related discipline

• Preferred: Experience with federal land management agencies, particularly U.S. Forest Service

Physical Requirements

• Ability to conduct field visits in forested and rugged terrain

• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods

• Ability to work in extreme weather, noise, dust, and field conditions

• Ability to travel frequently to project sites

Benefits

Eligible employees receive the following benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• MDLIVE

• Benefit Hub

• Paid Annual Leave/PTO

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k)

• Basic Life

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre-employment Requirements

Due to the nature of Chloeta's services, this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test (urinalysis), Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, educational history, employment history, and/or credit check. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), pre-employment background screenings will require the employee's written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work. Additionally, employees are required to complete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.


Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy

Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment, including without prior notice.


EEO Statement

Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


About Chloeta


Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.