Job Announcements

Notice of Vacancy TCRCD Board of Directors

Trinity County Resource Conservation District (TCRCD) is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on its Board of Directors. TCRCD has one (1) four-year term available to begin December 01, 2024. Directors are volunteers, responsible for TCRCD operations, policy setting, and strategic planning.  Those interested should send a letter of interest to the TCRCD.  The letter must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on July 01, 2024. Please contact Kelly Sheen, District Manager, at (530) 623-6004 for additional information. Our mailing address is: Trinity County Resource Conservation District, P.O. Box 1450, Weaverville, CA 96093. Our office is located at #30 Horseshoe Lane, Weaverville, California.

 

The TCRCD is Accepting Applications for Forest Health Program Manager

Trinity County Resource Conservation District is accepting applications for the position of Program Manager.  The Program Manager will direct and oversee all aspects of the Forest Health program under the supervision of the District Manager.  This position requires a person who can work effectively in a collaborative environment, is self-directed, who is comfortable working independently, and who can motivate themselves and their department to a high level of work quality, efficiency, and professionalism.  The Program Manager is a full-time, fully benefited position.  The candidate list generated from this announcement will be used to fill future vacancies in this job classification.

Required Qualifications:

  1. Program Manager:  Five years or more of combined education and professional experience in natural resources, developing, coordinating, and implementing resource-related projects, including managing project budgets and personnel.
  1. Proficient with Microsoft Office, ESRI ArcGIS, and GPS software and hardware, with the ability to effectively manage data.
  2. Self-directed, with supervisory experience and the ability to prioritize and coordinate workload, both independently and as part of a team.
  3. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain partnerships with landowners and other agencies, including people with a wide range of backgrounds and communication styles.
  4. Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills, including ability to write clear, accurate, and effective reports.
  5. Project management skills including experience developing and managing budgets and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.
  6. Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record and motor vehicle insurance.

Desired Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:

  1. Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental policies and regulations pertaining to resource management programs, including NEPA and CEQA processes.
  2. A four-year college degree in a natural resource-related field, such as forestry, ecology, biology, botany, environmental sciences, or a related field.
  3. Knowledge of Landowner assistance programs such as Cal-Fire CFIP and NRCS EQIP programs.
  4. Possession of professional licenses and/or training such as RPF, Arborist, Engineer, USFS NEPA Interdisciplinary Team Leader, Archaeologist, or other professionally recognized license or training.
  5. Knowledge of forestry practices for forest health including fuels reduction, prescribed fire for vegetation management, and watershed restoration.
  6. Experience managing staff, providing training and mentorship, and completing performance evaluations.
  7. Experience managing contracts and operations related to forestry projects; i.e. mastication or fuels crews. Knowledge of California contracting laws and regulations.
  8. Knowledge of threatened and endangered species, carbon sequestration, rare and sensitive plant surveys, and wetlands delineation.
  9. Experience developing grant proposals. Record of funded grant proposals desired.

Duties:

The Program Manager will perform a wide variety of natural resources-related work, including but not limited to:

  • Oversee overall operation of Forest Health program.
  • Proposal development for future projects (Grant/Agreement writing).
  • Assist with design and implementation of forestry and fuels reduction projects, including preparing project maps and prescriptions and coordinating logistics for implementation.
  • Facilitation of Weaverville Community Forest Steering Committee and Stewardship work.
  • Preparation of and oversight of project contracts.
  • Participate in personnel performance evaluations of subordinate staff.
  • Complete on-site inspections to evaluate progress and project compliance with plans, specifications, and overall objectives.
  • Conduct project monitoring to evaluate results and trends, and recommend improvements to project designs.
  • Develop detailed reports, invoices, and presentations for projects.
  • Coordinate with project partners on long term and immediate goals, including the US Bureau of Land Management, United State Forest Service, CAL FIRE, and other state, local, and private organizations.  Represent TCRCD in meetings with the Trinity County Fire Safe Council, Trinity County Collaborative Group, Weaverville Community Forest Steering Committee, and other groups.
  • Attend required meetings.
  • Work with District staff to ensure budgets are maintained.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Office and field work, with the majority occurring in an office setting.  Typical workweeks are four, 10-hour days, or five, 8-hour days.

Benefits:

The TCRCD offers paid medical, vision, and dental insurance; 11 paid holidays per year, plus accrued personal time off; contribution to a retirement plan; and a working environment that recognizes the importance of a satisfying work/life balance.

To Apply:

Mail resume and cover letter to Trinity County RCD, Attn: Kelly Sheen, PO Box 1450, Weaverville, CA 96093; or email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Forest Health Program Manager” in the subject line; or drop off at our office:  30 Horseshoe Lane, Weaverville, CA.

For more information:

Call us at (530) 623-6004, or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Salary Range:

$36.00 – 41.67 hourly, DOE.

Closing Date:

Monday, July 29, 2024, 5:00 pm.

 

The TCRCD is Accepting Applications for Forester

Trinity County Resource Conservation District is accepting applications for the position of Forester.  The Forester will oversee technical aspects of the Forest Health program under the supervision of the Program Manager.  This position requires a person who can work effectively in a collaborative environment, is self-directed, who is comfortable working independently, and who can motivate themselves to a high level of work quality, efficiency, and professionalism.  The Forester is a full-time, fully benefited position.  The candidate list generated from this announcement will be used to fill future vacancies in this job classification.

Required Qualifications:

  1. Five years or more of combined education and professional experience in natural resources, including developing, coordinating, and implementing resource-related projects.
  1. This position requires the candidate to possess or be willing to obtain a California Registered Professional Foresters license within two years.
  2. Proficient with Microsoft Office, ESRI ArcGIS, and GPS software and hardware, with the ability to effectively manage data.
  3. Self-directed, with the ability to prioritize and coordinate workload, both independently and as part of a team.
  4. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain partnerships with landowners and other agencies, including people with a wide range of backgrounds and communication styles.
  5. Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills, including ability to write clear, accurate, and effective reports.
  6. Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record and motor vehicle insurance.
  7. Knowledge of and technical expertise in forestry practices for forest health including fuels reduction, prescribed fire for vegetation management, and watershed restoration.
  8. Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in rugged terrain and in inclement weather.

Desired Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:

  1. Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental policies and regulations pertaining to resource management programs, including NEPA and CEQA processes.
  2. A four-year college degree in a natural resource-related field, such as forestry, ecology, biology, botany, environmental sciences, or a related field.
  3. Experience writing Forest Management Plans, NEPA or CEQA analyses, or forestry and fuels reduction prescriptions.
  4. Knowledge of Landowner assistance programs such as Cal-Fire CFIP and NRCS EQIP programs.
  5. Possession of professional licenses and/or training such as Arborist, Engineer, USFS NEPA Interdisciplinary Team Leader, Archaeologist, or other professionally recognized license or training.
  6. Experience managing contracts and operations related to forestry projects; i.e. mastication or fuels crews.
  7. Knowledge of threatened and endangered species, carbon sequestration, rare and sensitive plant surveys, and wetlands delineation.
  8. Experience driving 4x4 vehicles on forest roads in inclement conditions.
  9. Familiarity with and technical expertise in permitting and regulatory requirements related to forest resources. Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures, as needed.
  10. Knowledge of prescribed burning operations and possession of or willingness to obtain prescribed fire qualifications up to and including State or Federally certified Burn Boss.
  11. Knowledge of native plant identification.

Duties:

The Forester will perform a wide variety of natural resources-related work, including but not limited to:

  • Assist with proposal development for future projects (Grant/Agreement writing).
  • Design and implementation of forestry and fuels reduction projects, including preparing project maps and prescriptions, and coordinating logistics for implementation.
  • Preparation of and oversight of project contracts.  Complete on-site inspections to evaluate progress and project compliance with plans, specifications, and overall objectives.
  • Participate in personnel performance evaluations of subordinate staff.  Position does not supervise current staff but has potential to be supervisory.
  • Assist in hiring and training new field and management staff.
  • Provide technical assistance to private landowners, including developing California Forest Management Plans.
  • Conduct project monitoring to evaluate results and trends, and recommend improvements to project designs.
  • Prepare Smoke Management Plans and burn plans; coordinate, lead, and participate in implementation of prescribed burns.
  • Coordinate with project partners on long term and immediate goals, including the US Bureau of Land Management, United State Forest Service, CAL FIRE, and other state, local, and private organizations.  Represent TCRCD in meetings with the Trinity County Fire Safe Council, Trinity County Collaborative Group, Weaverville Community Forest Steering Committee, and other groups.
  • Attend required meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Office and field work, with the majority occurring in an office setting.  Depending on the season and project locations, this position may require occasional camping out at or near the job site during the field season workweek.  Per Diem is paid for overnight details.  Depending on the season and program needs, the average workweek will change at times.  Typical workweeks are four, 10-hour days, or five, 8-hour days.

Benefits:

The TCRCD offers paid medical, vision, and dental insurance; 11 paid holidays per year, plus accrued personal time off; contribution to a retirement plan; and a working environment that recognizes the importance of a satisfying work/life balance.

To Apply:

Mail resume and cover letter to Trinity County RCD, Attn: Kelly Sheen, PO Box 1450, Weaverville, CA 96093; or email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Forest Health Program Forester” in the subject line; or drop off at our office:  30 Horseshoe Lane, Weaverville, CA.

For more information:

See our website, www.tcrcd.net, call us at (530) 623-6004, or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Salary Range:

$36.00 – 41.67 hourly, DOE.

Less qualified candidates may be considered on the Project Coordinator pay scale:

$28.00-$32.41 hourly, DOE.

Closing Date:

Monday, July 29, 2024, 5:00 pm.