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Forestry Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

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Adjunct - Forestry

Nelsonville, OH · On-site

Position Purpose Under the direct supervision of the Forest Management Director the Adjunct Forestry Instructor will teach a range of classes in the broad field of forestry.Subject matter expertise ...

Hocking College

Adjunct - Forestry

Nelsonville, OH · On-site

Position Purpose Under the direct supervision of the Forest Management Director the Adjunct Forestry Instructor will teach a range of classes in the broad field of forestry.Subject matter expertise ...

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Program Manager, Forest Management

Hocking College

Nelsonville, OH

$60K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Program Manager, Forest Management
Salary: $60,000-$65,000
I. Position Purpose
The Program Manager, Forest Management serves as the academic administrator and lead
entrepreneur responsible for the assigned program. Under the guidance and direction of the
Dean, this position performs in alignment with the College’s mission and strategic direction
in service to students and their success.

II. Program-Specific Duties and Responsibilities
 Responsible for Hocking College’s Forest Management Program, as well as the live
learning labs and entrepreneurial endeavors. Under the guidance and direction of
the Dean of the School of Natural Resources amp;amp; Public Safety, the Program Manager,
Forest Management leads both independent project management and collaborative
efforts to create, maintain, and process materials associated with the program
including off-campus lab sites; teaches classes each semester of the year; leads
program review and accreditation efforts; develops a sustainable forest management
plan for Hocking College; and supervises faculty assigned to teach courses within
the program as well as graduate interns and student employees.

III. Position Duties and Responsibilities
 ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
o Conducts regular review of all aspects of the program in collaboration with
the program’s Advisory Board for continuous quality improvement.
o Conducts regular review of the program to maximize accreditation
opportunities.
o Responsible for ensuring course fees support the sustainability of the
program.
o Responsible for cultivation of leads, recruitment and enrollment of students in
the program.
o Provide effective day-to-day management and administration of the program.
o Supervise all faculty and coordinate adjunct assignments including
evaluations.
o Plan and oversee professional development for program faculty.
o Manage course schedules, assist with faculty and student issues.
o Communicate college policies and ensure they are followed.
o Manage aspects of grant funding as needed.
o Actively engage in Academic Affairs and Institutional activities. Serve on
committees as assigned by the Dean.
o Represent the program to students, prospective students and other interested
parties at recruiting events, on and off campus.
o Work with Career Technical Centers and traditional secondary schools to
develop articulation agreements.
o Collaborate and provide programming for career/program exploration camps
including summer camps.
o Lead efforts to collaborate with the marketing department to develop
materials that promote the program (e.g., publications, web page, annual
report).
 TEACHING AND ADVISING
o Develops and maintains relevant curriculum to ensure student employability
upon program completion.
o Maintain required credit hours of teaching load per term.
o Work with students and faculty to resolve conflicts and serve as the second
step in grade appeals.
o Drive student involvement in the advising process by maintaining sufficient
advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees
regularly; advising students struggling with coursework; maintaining
appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and
College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress
and completions. Supervise program advisors to accomplish same.
o Manage student files including applications. Keep track of student progress
in cross disciplines and update student records. This requires working
closely with many different offices throughout the College such as
Admissions, Student Affairs, Financial Aid, etc.
o Reviews graduation applications prior to final approval by the Dean.
o Act as the lead liaison for practicum sites for the program.
 MANAGES LEARNING LABORATORIES AND ENTREPRENEURIAL VENTURES:
o Responsible for identifying entrepreneurial ventures that are in alignment with
curriculum and course outcomes.
o Responsible for identifying and securing grant funds or private contracts to
provide for the costs associated with forest management services and to
generate revenue for the program.
o Manages purchasing, budgeting, staff, and programming at relevant facilities
and field operations.
o Promotes and publicizes programs and opportunities to include the general
public. This includes Leisure Learning programs.
o Coordinates with faculty and staff within the college regarding use of the
facilities.
o Ensures entrepreneurial ventures are integrated in teaching in academic
classes, practicum experiences and management of facilities.
o Seeks partnership in support for facility maintenance and restoration,
including grants and college self-performance on projects.
 MAINTAINS THE SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FORESTRY ACCREDITATION
o Ensures all program head responsibilities are met as outlined in the SAF
accreditation guidelines.
o Submits substantive changes reports.
o Ensures all SAF accreditation guidelines are met and renewed.
 DEVELOPS A SUSTAINABLE HOCKING COLLEGE FOREST MANAGEMENT
PLAN
o Supervises student and temporary casual employees to complete the
required analysis and documentation to develop a Forest Management plan
that balances: Natural Resources’ coursework needs, ecological integrity,
and economic value.
o Coordinates forest management activities with the Dean of Natural
Resources and Public Safety.
o Serves on the Land Management Committee and provides expertise related
to BMPs (Best Management Practices) and invasive removal within Hocking
College’s forest.
o Works to uphold the Ohio and American Tree Farm standards to provide a
renewable resource in a sustainable manner while maintaining a healthy
forest that protects water, wildlife, and recreational values.
o Considers the future opportunity for Hocking College Forests to meet SFI
(Sustainable Forestry Initiative) standards.
 Other Duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
 Bachelor Degree in Forest Management or a closely related field required, Master
Degree preferred. The degree must be from a SAF‐accredited or
CFAB/BCAF‐accredited program.
 Minimum of 5 years of full-time, professional, field and/or lab experience within the
Forest Management field.
 Possess or are eligible to acquire SAF Certified Forester certification.
 Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by
activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars,
workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research.
 Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
 Strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and
learning management system
 Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.
 Knowledge of subject area.
 Knowledge of educational theory and application.
 Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles.
 Interest in and commitment to the learner-centered educational process.
 Educational technology skills.
 Confidentiality.
 Caring attitude toward students.
 Learning and self-motivation skills.
 Willingness to extend self to help students succeed.
 Knowledge of College resources available to students.
 Knowledge of organizational structure.
 Current knowledge of programs, objectives, and requirements.
 Openness to suggestions for improvement.
 Attention to detail.
 Flexibility in dealing with others.
 Ability to work as a team member.
 Ability to prioritize work.
 Behaves in accordance with Hocking College and Academic Affairs mission, goals, and
values.
 Positive attitude.
 Knowledge of safe working conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).

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