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Job Title: Department: FAES |

The School of Environment and Natural 四虎影视 in The Ohio State University鈥檚 College of Food, Agricultural,
and Environmental Sciences seeks a Forestry Extension Program Director to provide leadership for a statewide program. This role will
collaborate closely with a team of Extension professionals, faculty, and industry partners to advance education and outreach that supports
forest landowners in managing and applying silvicultural practices to Ohio鈥檚 forest resources. We strongly encourage applications from
individuals with forestry field experience and expertise in invasive species management and/or an understanding of how a changing climate
will shape forest management into the future. As this is an Extension position, the ideal candidate will enjoy engaging diverse stakeholder
groups, developing adult-focused educational programming, and supporting private woodland owners, land managers, and forestry professionals
throughout Ohio.

The position will be based in Columbus, OH, but statewide travel is expected.

Position
Description

Position applies developed industry knowledge and advanced understanding of concepts, principles, and technical
capabilities related to natural resources Extension education across the state of Ohio.

The candidate will be expected to:

• Design, coordinate, and evaluate a comprehensive Extension program in forest management; oversee program marketing and evaluation; produce
  educational resources such as articles, fact sheets, and publications; develop and manage digital content, including websites and webinars;
  co-lead the Ohio Woodland Stewards Program (OWS), an Extension team that provides statewide forest stewardship to woodland owners, natural
  resources professionals, and land managers through a variety of educational programming. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Facilitate the delivery of forestry related subject matter required in the programming of partner Extension teams (including, but not
    limited to: Master Gardeners, Pesticide Education, Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist program).
  • Offer expertise and programming
    opportunities at Ohio State Mansfield鈥檚 Ecolab, a hub for the Ohio Woodland Stewards program and a living demonstration lab for forest
    management.
  • Manage the planning, distribution, and reporting of federal funds allocated through the Renewable Resource Extension
    Act (RREA) of the USDA-CSREES.
  • Develop resources, presentations, and information leadership in the areas of silviculture, tree
    identification, woody plant identification, forest ecology, invasive species management, and other related topics.

• Represent
  Ohio in relevant professional organizations as well as with Extension professionals in the region to produce and implement multi-state
  forestry educational programming and resources. This includes, but is not limited to, building relationships with relevant organizations and
  individuals to identify current needs and collaboration opportunities.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 6 years of relevant experience required with, and knowledge of, management of woodlands;
willingness to provide landowners with assistance regarding woodland management; experience with program and/or curriculum development and
instruction and/or delivery; must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

8-12 years of relevant experience preferred. Experience with Extension programs. Advanced degree in forestry or a closely related field.
Digital content creation experience.

Additional Information:

This job profile is a Continuing
Education Specialist 4 (S4 level) on the career roadmap.

The offer for this position will fall within this range based on
internal equity, unit鈥檚 available budget, and the candidate鈥檚 qualifications

Location: Kottman Hall (0340)
Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the
post offer process.

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equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.