Lead Forester - Longyear - Prentice, Wisconsin or surrounding area (remote)

Longyear is excited to announce a new position available in the company —- Lead Forester, based in the beautiful northern Wisconsin area. Ideally, candidates will live in or within 150 miles of Prentice, Wisconsin.

As the Lead Forester for this region, you’ll work remotely from your home office overseeing all aspects of the area’s timber harvesting—from scheduling and contractor management to product delivery and compliance. You’ll work closely with our forestry team, log yard, and sales staff to ensure efficient, responsible forest operations in a region we’re proud to call home.

If you’re energized by the challenge and reward of working in the woods and ready to take the lead in managing timber harvest operations from stump to sale, this may be a perfect fit for you. You’ll play a key role in shaping sustainable forestry practices while supporting local crews, landowners, and long-standing industry relationships.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• Extremely competitive salary that will be based on your knowledge and experience.
• Excellent benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays), and parental leave.
• Relocation assistance, if needed.
• Company vehicle.
• A company with deep local roots and a proud history in forestry.
• A role where your work makes a visible impact on sustainable land management.
• A full-time career that enjoys nature and offers travel to forest harvest locations. Role may include early starts and late days and occasional overnight stays out of town.

WHAT YOU’LL DO.

• Manage timber harvest projects from start to finish.
• Oversee contracts, contractors, road construction, and harvesting operations.
• Monitor felling, bucking, merchandising, and scaling to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Coordinate product delivery to mills based on market demand and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with Best Management Practices (BMPs), safety policies, and forest certification standards.
• Support timber purchasing and set-up of future harvests when needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and landowners to keep operations moving smoothly.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR.

• Degree in Forestry (A.A.S. or Bachelor’s).
• 8 or more years of experience in forestry operations, timber harvesting, and contractor management.
• Strong understanding of scaling, grading of sawlogs, silviculture, road building and environmental management.
• You know the region’s timber market conditions well and are familiar with area loggers and foresters.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.
• A problem-solver with excellent negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with GPS/GIS systems, Microsoft Office, and forestry software.
• A valid driver’s license and the physical stamina to work outdoors in all seasons is required.

READY TO MAKE YOUR MARK? Apply online at longyear.hirescore.com