Duke University's Duke Forest is a 7000+ acre teaching and research laboratory that is also managed for sustainable timber production, wildlife and habitat conservation, and recreation. An exciting new position - Forest Operations Manager - has recently opened up but will close on May 9th. For a complete position description, please visit the Duke Forest website at: www.dukeforest.duke.edu/about/duke-forest-staff/
To apply, please send resume and cover letter by COB on May 9, 2014 to: Sara Childs Duke Forest Director [email protected] Please see below for selected text from the position description: Occupational Summary: The position is responsible for supporting the management and operation of the Duke Forest as a teaching and research facility, a responsibly managed working forest, an environmental education resource, and a recreational amenity. It includes oversight of both its natural and built infrastructure and requires a dynamic approach to accomplish on-the-ground, administrative, and technical activities that support the Forest as a vital and value-added resource for Duke University. About the Duke Forest: The Duke Forest comprises over 7,000 acres of land in Durham, Orange, and Alamance counties and has been managed for teaching and research purposes since 1931. The mission of the Forest is to facilitate research that addresses fundamental and applied questions about forested and aquatic ecosystems and to aid in the instruction of students so they will become informed citizens and effective stewards of our natural resources. The Forest also participates in environmental education and outreach through tours and other events and provides a recreational resource to Duke and the local community. More information is available at: www.dukeforest.duke.edu.
