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We areOne Rayonier, a team that works together to create value by prioritizing safety, challenging the status quo, giving back to our communities, and driving innovation through continuous learning. With nearly 100 years of experience, we’re still discovering new ways to make lives better with our trees, our land, and - our most important resource - our people.\nAt Rayonier, we strive to create an employee experience where you feel valued and proud to be part of our team. We foster a respectful, inclusive and collaborative environment that celebrates your unique talents and perspectives. Experience the Rayonier difference: We’re big enough to offer exciting career paths, but small enough for you to know your colleagues by name. Come join a team that empowers you to make a difference!\nAre you a forestry professional ready to take the next step in driving sustainable land management and operational excellence? Rayonier is seeking a proactive Timberlands Forester II to join our Southwest team. In this role, you will play a key part in planning and executing harvesting, silviculture, and resource management activities while optimizing financial performance, safety, and long-term asset value of our forests\nHow You Will Contribute\nFinancial Management\nPrepare stand- and project-level budget inputs for annual operating, expense, and capital programs.\nTrack operational expenditures against approved budgets and performance milestones.\nDevelop financial projections for short- and long-term silvicultural investments.\nAdapt site-specific plans to meet financial targets and communicate variances promptly.\nIntegrate cost-benefit considerations into operational decisions to maximize asset value.\nPlanning and Organizing\nDesign site activity plans aligned with broader regional land management strategies.\nContribute data and field insights to one- and five-year silviculture and harvest schedules.\nExecute forest inventory plans by verifying stand boundaries, assigning prescriptions, and updating the forest management database.\nPlan and oversee silvicultural treatments, including reforestation, thinning, herbicide application, fertilization, and animal control.\nAssist with harvest layout, tactical marketing, and monitoring active operations to meet customer delivery commitments.\nContractor Administration\nAppraise, negotiate, and administer operational contracts for silviculture, harvesting, and resource management.\nConduct field inspections to ensure compliance with activity plans, safety protocols, and environmental standards.\nSupervise harvesting operations to support proper log sorting, quality control, merchandising, and volume targets.\nReview contractor invoices for accuracy against completed fieldwork and assign the appropriate General Ledger coding.\nProject and Team Leadership\nLead project teams and provide technical training to employees and contractors.\nEvaluate contractor performance and document results to support vendor management decisions.\nSupport external relations by leading public tours, stakeholder presentations, and community outreach activities.\nProperty Management\nSupport land transaction strategy by identifying, evaluating, and appraising parcels for acquisition, disposition, or trade.\nManage non-timber property assets, including leases, special-use permits, boundary surveys, and neighboring landowner relationships.\nParticipate in professional resource management organizations and represent Rayonier in occasional research studies and surveys.\nSafety and Environmental\nPromote compliance with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures, safety programs, forest stewardship principles, and Best Management Practices.\nParticipate in safety reporting systems, safety committees, and hazard-identification programs.\nRepresent the company in professional forestry associations, research cooperatives, and industry surveys.\nWhat You Bring to the Team\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or a related field, or equivalent experience in forestry operations.\nExperience: One (1) to three (3) years of forestry experience.\nForestry and Operational Knowledge: Knowledge of forest management principles, including the ability to interpret deeds and legal descriptions; a thorough understanding of Sustainable Forestry Initiative requirements, Best Management Practices, and applicable safety laws; and experience planning and estimating costs for forestry projects.\nFinancial and Analytical Skills: Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost control, with the ability to understand key business drivers and incorporate financial considerations into operational decisions.\nTechnolog: Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems and Microsoft 365 applications.\nCommunication and Relationships: Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and regulatory agencies.\nWork Effectiveness and Leadership: Strong analytical, multitasking, planning, and organizational skills; initiative and innovation in improving business processes; and the ability to lead projects, coordinate work across teams, and deliver technical guidance.\nJoin a collaborative team dedicated to operational excellence. Apply today to grow your career and shape the land with Rayonier.\nWorking Conditions and Physical Requirements:\nThis role is physically demanding and requires the ability to navigate diverse and often challenging terrain. Key physical activities include:\nExtensive walking, hiking, and traversing varied landscapes, including uneven ground, slopes, wetlands, and dense vegetation for extended periods.\nCommunicating with others to exchange information.\nCarrying equipment and supplies, including tools, gear, and other necessary items, over variable distances; lifting up to 50 pounds.\nSustained physical exertion, including activities such as measurements, tree planting, brush clearing, or fire suppression for prolonged periods.\nMaintaining stability on uneven terrain, climbing over obstacles, and working in potentially precarious positions.\nWorking outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, wind, and precipitation.\nOperating machinery, power tools, and motor vehicles.\nWhat We Offer\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, disability, identity theft protection, and paid parental and caregiver leave. 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