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American Forest Management

Forester

Port Angeles, WA · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

... forest resource data management and harvest scheduling. Key Responsibilities * All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting. * Responsible for silviculture and reforestation ...

AMERICAN FOREST MANAGEMENT INC

Forester

Port Angeles, WA · On-site +1

$65K - $80K/yr

... forest resource data management and harvest scheduling. Key Responsibilities: * All aspects of fieldwork, office work, analysis, and reporting. * Responsible for silviculture and reforestation ...

Duke University

Forest Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

$33K - $44K/yr

... spatial analysis tasks. * Assist in prescribed burns, wildfire control, and storm response ... What You'll Bring. * 2-year degree in forestry/natural resource management/conservation and 2 years ...

The State of Arizona

FORESTER

Chino Valley, AZ · On-site +1

$21.14 - $29.50/hr

Identify projects and develop planning documents for forest and other natural resource management concerns. Interpret planning documents and implement projects on-the-ground for forest and other ...

Duke University

Forest Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

$33K - $44K/yr

... spatial analysis tasks. * Assist in prescribed burns, wildfire control, and storm response ... What You'll Bring. * 2-year degree in forestry/natural resource management/conservation and 2 years ...

WSP

On-Call Forest Ecologist Technician

Helena, MT · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The ideal candidate has experience evaluating impacts to sensitive resources on federal lands ... Support GIS data collection, management, and analysis for ecological and forestry-related projects.

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How much do forest resource management analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for forest resource management analyst in the United States is $37.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $51.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Forest Resource Management Analyst do?

A Forest Resource Management Analyst is responsible for evaluating and managing forest resources to ensure their sustainable use and conservation. They analyze data related to forest health, timber production, wildlife habitats, and environmental impacts. Their work often involves using geographic information systems (GIS), modeling tools, and field surveys to inform forest management plans and policy decisions. These analysts collaborate with government agencies, private landowners, and conservation organizations to balance ecological, economic, and recreational interests in forested areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Forest Resource Management Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Forest Resource Management Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of forestry science, and typically a degree in forestry, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, remote sensing tools, and forest inventory systems is essential for data collection and analysis. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities help you collaborate with stakeholders and present findings effectively. These skills are vital for making informed decisions that promote sustainable forest management and resource conservation.

What are some typical challenges faced by Forest Resource Management Analysts when balancing conservation goals with commercial interests?

Forest Resource Management Analysts often encounter the challenge of balancing the ecological sustainability of forest resources with the economic objectives of stakeholders such as logging companies and local communities. This requires analyzing complex data sets, developing management plans that adhere to environmental regulations, and mediating between diverse interest groups. Analysts must stay updated on best practices and regulatory changes, and often collaborate closely with foresters, government agencies, and conservation organizations to ensure both profitability and long-term forest health.

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Infographic showing various Forest Resource Management Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,804 per year, or $37.9 per hour.

Chief Forester

Snohomish, WA • On-site

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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$106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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151st of 858 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Vegetation Management & Forestry (TFBV), Internal Operations (TFB), Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T).
A successful candidate in the Chief Forester position will be responsible for planning, leading, and managing the Forestry program. The incumbent is delegated valuation authority and the authority to dispose of BPA timber property.Qualifications:
BASIC REQUIREMENT:

Degree: forestry; or a related subject-matter field that included a total of at least 30 semester hours in any combination of biological, physical, or mathematical sciences or engineering, of which at least 24 semester hours of course work were in forestry. The curriculum must have been sufficiently diversified to include courses in each of the following areas:
  • Management of Renewable Resources -- study of the science and art of managing renewable resources to attain desired results. Examples of creditable courses in this area include silviculture, forest management operations, timber management, wildland fire science or fire management, utilization of forest resources, forest regulation, recreational land management, watershed management, and wildlife or range habitat management.
  • Forest Biology -- study of the classification, distribution, characteristics, and identification of forest vegetation, and the interrelationships of living organisms to the forest environment. Examples of creditable courses in this area include dendrology, forest ecology, silvics, forest genetics, wood structure and properties, forest soils, forest entomology, and forest pathology.
  • Forest Resource Measurements and Inventory -- sampling, inventory, measurement, and analysis techniques as applied to a variety of forest resources. Examples of creditable courses include forest biometrics, forest mensuration, forest valuation, statistical analysis of forest resource data, renewable natural resources inventories and analysis, and photogrammetry or remote sensing.

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Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in forestry, or at least 30 semester hours in any combination of biological, physical, or mathematical sciences or engineering, of which at least 24 semester hours were in forestry. The requirements for diversification of the 24 semester hours in forestry are the same as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A qualified candidate's resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) performing timber appraisals to determine timber volume, quality, and monetary value for rights-of-way projects; 2) developing short- and long-term forestry, vegetation management projects, or timber clearing work plans for transmission rights-of-way maintenance clearing activities; and 3) serving as a contracting office representative in monitoring performance and compliance with contract specifications.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
CTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Education:This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Department of Education Accreditation Search to verify school accreditation.
Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system.
Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible".
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