Forester/Agronomist

World Tree is looking for a forester/agronomist for an exciting position in a growing company.  As the Plantation Manager you will manage our farmers and plantations globally, with a particular focus on the Southern USA. The job includes:

•    Vetting farmers and land for suitability for tree planting

•    Advising and training farmers

•    Visiting plantations at all phases (from planting to timber)

•    Visiting mature plantations to assess timber quality

•    Seeking out farmers suitable for the program

•    Overseeing harvest of plantations

•    Travel across the USA and Central America

•    Advising management on best practices

•    Working with the World Tree farmer support team globally

LOCATION: Southern USA (e.g. Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia)

About World Tree

World Tree is an agro-forestry company focused on the global commercialization of the Empress Splendor Tree (Paulownia). Paulownia is the fastest growing hardwood tree in the world and we have our own high quality varieties we use for timber production.

We provide trees and training to farmers across the USA, Western Canada and Central America. The trees are given to the farmers for free, we train them how to grow them and in 10 years when they are ready for harvest we share in the profits of the lumber. For more information visit our website www.worldtreecop.com

Requirements

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can work independently as well as in a team environment.

•    Graduate degree in forestry

•    At least 2-3 years experience in the field.

•    Experience with GIS

•    RPF designation preferred

•    Basic computer skills in Excel and Word

•    Good written and verbal communication skills

•    Ability and willingness to drive and travel

•    Experience with Paulownia is highly desirable but not essential