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POSITION SUMMARY

POSITION TITLE: General Manager

LOCATION: Klamath County, Oregon or Central Oregon

COMPENSATION: Salary depends on experience

BONUS POTENTIAL: Discretionary bonus eligible

ABOUT THE COMPANY

PFC Resources LLC is a natural resources holding company based in Oregon’s Upper Klamath Basin. PFC focuses on natural resource management, emphasizing the restoration of critical ecosystem services on private working lands while maintaining active agricultural operations. We own and manage over 20,000 acres of deeded lands and leases on an additional 49,000 acres in the Upper Klamath Basin. PFC’s work is grounded in long-term stewardship, supporting ecological health while partnering with Tribal and local communities across the Basin.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The General Manager will oversee and coordinate operations across multiple ranches and more than 20,000 deeded acres, including cattle operations, agriculture, leasing, restoration, and seasonal recreation activities. The General Manager will work closely with PFC staff on ranching, restoration, and property management work and timelines with the other initiatives at the ranches. Supporting these undertakings will require managing project timelines, overseeing people, and implementing operational processes with financial and administrative, risk mitigation, and hands-on labor components. The General Manager will manage and further develop a team that includes ranch operations and restoration project management. The General Manager is accountable for integrating ranching, restoration, and administrative functions into a cohesive operation, ensuring alignment across priorities, people, and resources.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Ranch Operations

• Lead on ranch operations planning and budgeting for each property, with full P&L responsibility, including grazing, restoration, and capital improvement plans
• Work with Ranch Managers to develop annual land management plans for each property
• Ensure quality standards across all operations, including cattle operations, fencing, grazing, and water use
• Work collaboratively with team members to create a long-range plan for cattle and agricultural initiatives that ensures continued fiscal health and supports future growth
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including understanding and managing property water rights

Oversight of Restoration Planning and Implementation

• Accountable for restoration outcomes across all properties, including delivery against project goals, timelines, and budgets
• In coordination with restoration team and partners, provide management oversight for restoration project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Provide management support for the development and implementation of small and large-scale ecological restoration projects
• Coordinate between agricultural operations and restoration planning and timelines

Leadership & Team Management

• Leads reporting structure and day-to-day decision-making across ranch, restoration, and administrative functions, in close alignment with ownership, including budget oversight and hiring decisions
• Oversee and manage Ranching, Restoration, and Admin teams located across multiple locations; Cultivate a culture that embraces teamwork, integrity, seamless communication, accountability, and high morale

Partner Liaison

• Develop, establish, and foster positive and respectful relations with the Ranch’s neighbors, project partners, agencies, and community members
• Establish and maintain relationships with the grazing allotment owners, Klamath Tribes, lessees, guests, County, fire department, roads coordinator, and others

Safety and Maintenance

• Oversee safety program for employees and guests, including maintaining first aid equipment
• Oversee development of fire prevention and burning plans
• Oversee comprehensive equipment repair and maintenance program

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE (FIRST 12–24 MONTHS)

• Establishes clear operating plans, budgets, and property-level P&L visibility across all ranches, improving financial discipline and decision-making
• Aligns ranching and restoration priorities, delivering projects on time and on budget while maintaining strong agricultural performance
• Builds a high-functioning, accountable team with strong communication and consistent execution standards across locations
• Develops trusted relationships with key partners, agencies, and stakeholders while ensuring regulatory compliance and proactive risk management

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required, BA/BS or coursework in agriculture or related field a plus
• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in ranching, agriculture, or land-based operations, including management of multi-property or complex operations
• Demonstrated ability to operate at both a strategic and execution level, translating long-term plans into disciplined, on-the-ground results
• Proven leadership managing teams and complex operations across multiple functions or locations
• Experience creating and managing ranch or agricultural operating budgets
• Strong collaborative orientation with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams, partners, and agencies
• Direct experience with conservation, regenerative agriculture, or land stewardship practices preferred
• Prior experience managing in a ranch or similar setting required

Location & On-Site Requirements

This role requires consistent, hands-on leadership and regular in-person presence at our ranch operations in the Klamath Basin, Oregon. While on-site housing is not required, the role requires a person to reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to the surrounding region to ensure reliable and ongoing operational oversight.

If interested, please send resumes to info@pfcranches.com.