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Manulife · 1 day ago

Harvest Forester

Mansfield, LA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$48K/yr - $80K/yr

2+ years exp

Manulife is a leading international financial services provider, and they are seeking a Harvest Forester to manage timber harvesting operations within the Mansfield Area. The role involves overseeing various forestry-related tasks, supporting environmental stewardship, and collaborating with external partners.

FinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial Services

Responsibilities

Perform all tasks in a team-oriented environment

Overseeing timber harvesting operations including planning, harvest layout, contract administration, timber security, quality inspections and reporting

Update inventory and mapping software in conjunction with resource support personnel

Road and infrastructure planning and supervision

Working with external consultants, contractors and state agency personnel to ensure casualty losses are minimized

Support efforts to identify and maximize non-timber revenue opportunities

Promote stewardship of people and the environment including safety initiatives and environmental enhancement opportunities

Participate in special projects and support company strategies such as acquisitions and land sales projects

Qualification

Forest management experienceGIS skills (ESRI)Microsoft Office365Financial concepts knowledgeCommunication skillsTeam playerSelf-motivation

Required

A bachelor's degree in forestry or related field or comparable experience

Strong work ethic, team player with self-motivation and communication skills are all desirable traits

Valid driver's license and be insurable with company's commercial carrier

Strong computer and analytical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office365 and GIS skills (ESRI)

Knowledge of, or ability to learn and apply key financial concepts to business decisions

Candidate must be service oriented from a fiduciary perspective

Complete drug testing requirement and comply with company's drug and alcohol policy

Preferred

A minimum of 2 years' forest management experience is preferred

Benefits

Health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans

Various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)

Financial education and counseling resources

Up to 11 paid holidays

3 personal days

150 hours of vacation

40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law)