Wood Utilization and Marketing Program Specialist

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 4 days ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 06 May 2024

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	Wood Utilization and Marketing Program Specialist
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO
Work Location	Position is fully remote
Research Professional Position	No
Posting Number	202400548AP
Position Type	Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title	Project/Prgm Mngmt I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week	40
Proposed Annual Salary Range	$65,000 - $70,000 Commensurate with experience
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here . For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator . Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in !
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on	05/06/2024
Description of Work Unit	Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. The Colorado State Forest Service is an agency of Colorado State University (CSU), Colorado’s land grant institution of higher education, and is housed, organizationally, in the Warner College of Natural Resources. The CSFS provides staffing to the Division of Forestry for the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. The CSFS has17 field units throughout the state, with a State Office located in Fort Collins on one of the foothills campuses of CSU. The Forest Planning and Implementation Division of the Colorado State Forest Service provides administration and oversight of forest management programs that directly contribute to the agency’s mission of “the stewardship of Colorado’s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations”. The Wood Utilization and Marketing Program Specialist is a sub-staff of the Forest Planning and Implementation Division of the Colorado State Forest Service. The administration of forest management programs is carried out under the supervision of the Manager of Program Delivery.
Position Summary	Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Program Delivery, the Wood Utilization and Marketing Program Specialist is responsible for the oversight and administration of programs under the Wood Utilization and Marketing Program including developing and maintaining education and outreach program design and delivery on all aspects of the harvesting, manufacturing, and marketing of wood products for both internal and external audiences. A focus of this position will be on direct technical and marketing assistance to Colorado’s sawmills and primary wood products processors. This position will be responsible for program administration, professional forestry consultation, and providing science-based forest biomass expertise to support Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) Divisions and external partners throughout Colorado. The position maintains key working relationships with CSFS partners and represents the agency on a variety of state and regional committees. This position requires that the Program Specialist is proficient in general program management skills including but not limited to: recording accomplishments, meeting deadlines, tracking budgets, developing and sustaining key relationships and supporting CSFS Divisions related to forest biomass utilization. The Program Specialist will work with the CSFS Science and Data Division to maintain and update a statewide forest biomass assessment and carbon accounting framework, and support the Forest Action Plan. The Program Specialist needs to be proactive in their program development, assist other Program Specialists accomplishing program objectives, forecast program needs, be aware of significant changes, practices, science, etc. in related areas, and effectively share new knowledge and information with internal staff and external partners and cooperators. The Program Specialist will also serve as a CSFS representative and advocate for forest management and social change consistent with the CSFS mission and strategic priorities. Daily activities include: providing technical assistance related to wood utilization and biomass programs, grant and agreement writing and administration, budget administration, assisting CSFS Divisions with program implementation and coordination, developing and maintaining relationships with key partners, conducting trainings and workshops, and assisting the Manager of Program Delivery with other special projects as they arise.
Required Job Qualifications	A bachelor’s degree (or greater) in forestry, wood science and technology, forest economics, natural resource management, or a related degree in natural resources will be considered. Four years of combined forest products utilization experience and forest or natural resource management program administration experience. Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States before the employment start date; Colorado State Forest Service will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications	Technical experience related to forest products, biomass utilization, forest carbon, and/or forest economics. Experience with program planning and administration including: Effectively documenting accomplishments, record-keeping, developing annual reports; budget management; and developing annual program of work, and strategic planning. Knowledge of forest management practices and field forestry activities (prescription development, timber sale and/or contract administration). Experience with writing, reviewing, and managing various forestry-related grants. Strong organizational, multitasking, planning and prioritizing skills. Experience with and demonstrated ability to build working relationships, work collaboratively, resolve conflicts and advance outcomes with internal staff and external partners, cooperators and teams. Experience working in and maintaining a safe working environment. Demonstrated excellent customer service ethic and professionalism. Experience in organizing, developing and delivering public presentations and outreach materials. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including experience communicating effectively with industry partners, federal, state, local agencies and non-governmental organizations. Demonstrated ability to work independently and at a high level of proficiency.
Diversity Statement	Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category	Support and Technical Assistance to the CSFS and External Partners
Duty/Responsibility	The incumbent of this position will be responsible for providing professional and science-based forest product utilization services and information to all CSFS field staff in the planning and implementation of forest management activities. The position will provide technical assistance to forestry business and forest products industry partners. Provides technical, educational and outreach support to CSFS staff and their industrial/nonindustrial cooperators on forest product and biomass utilization practices and issues as requested. Provides assistance to CSFS Field Offices in the development of timber sale contracts and service agreements to carry out this work. Coordinates with the CSFS Science and Data Division on projects including the statewide forest biomass assessment, carbon accounting framework, and Forest Action Plan. Responds to forest industry partner requests and provides presentations and outreach materials regarding support programs. Facilitates meetings, workshops, and trainings for CSFS staff and forest business and other external partners.
Percentage Of Time	35%

Job Duty Category	Program Planning and Administration
Duty/Responsibility	This position requires proficiency in general program planning and administration skills including but not limited to: recording accomplishments, meeting deadlines, budget tracking and administration. The Program Specialist needs to be proactive and forward thinking in their program development, assist other Program Specialists in accomplishing program objectives, forecast program needs, be aware of significant changes, practices, science, etc. in related areas, and effectively share new knowledge and information with internal staff and external partners and cooperators. Specifically, the incumbent will facilitate the creation and implementation of multi-year plans to ensure completion of annual program of work; coordinate closely with local, state and federal partners in the administration of assigned programs; plan and monitor annual budgets for assigned programs including on-going grants under the purview of this position; and monitor target accomplishment and ensure accomplishment reports are completed in a timely manner. Areas of focus include (but are not limited to): Forest Industry Internship Program Maintain critical partner relationships including the Colorado Timber Industry Association (CTIA), Intermountain Forest Association (IFA) etc. at a statewide level. Assist with development and review of internship applications. Provide budget oversight and tracking for all internship awards and agreements. Provide guidance and training to CSFS staff and external partners on the Forest Industry Internship program and implementation. Develop guidance for program reporting and submit annual/quarterly reports. Colorado Forest Products™ Program Maintain critical partner relationships with local forestry businesses across the state. Recruit new businesses to the program. Provide oversight and tracking for the Colorado Forest Products™ Program membership.
Percentage Of Time	30%

Job Duty Category	State and Regional Program Leadership
Duty/Responsibility	The position maintains key working relationships with various local, academic, state, regional, and federal partners including the CTIA, IFA, and forestry businesses. The incumbent is expected to provide leadership, oversight, science-based forest product utilization expertise, coordination and administration of working groups when needed, and advocating for forest management and social change consistent with our mission and strategic priorities. Coordinate with the CTIA, IFA and other forestry business partners. Participate on the CSFS on the Council of Western States Foresters (CWSF) Forest Products Committee. Facilitate meetings, workshops, and trainings for forestry businesses, and industry partners. Coordinate with the CSFS Science and Data Division and the Warner College of Natural Resources to ensure the best available science is integrated with programs.
Percentage Of Time	20%

Job Duty Category	Grant Administration
Duty/Responsibility	The incumbent of this position will be responsible for preparation and submittal of grant applications for programs under oversight including Internship grants. The Program Specialist is expected to monitor target accomplishment and ensure accomplishment reports are completed in a timely manner. Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Provide technical support to CSFS staff and cooperators to ensure grant programs are effectively administered in compliance with state/federal fiscal rules. Administer grant proposal process including distributing pre-proposal forms and budgets, setting timelines for submissions, leading full grant development, and finalizing grants for submission. Manage budgets for individual grant projects and track accomplishments. Approve reimbursements. Assist in identifying areas for potential grant projects that align with agency priority areas. Develop grant proposals that support program goals and objectives as needed.
Percentage Of Time	10%

Job Duty Category	Supervision of Seasonal and Hourly Employees
Duty/Responsibility	This position may be responsible for the daily oversight and guidance of seasonal and/or hourly staff, ensuring regular communication with employees. This position will develop and monitor ongoing performance. They will be responsible for creating bi-annual employee development plans, and updating those plans as needed. They are also expected to ensure the day-to-day safety of employees, and mentor and train seasonal and/or hourly staff as needed
Percentage Of Time	5%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants will be expected to provide: A cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties A resume Contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. For full consideration, applications must be received no later than 11:59pm MST on May 6, 2024. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel - Irregular work hours and periodic long days, evening and weekend service, occasional off-site and periodic overnight travel., Special Requirements/Other - Outdoor work will occur with periodic field visits to interact with CSFS staff and collaborators, document accomplishments and understand area priorities.
Search Contact	Diana Selby, [email protected]
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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