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Current Postings - March 2008

RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCE SPECIALIST: TSS Consultants is an energy, environmental and natural resources consulting firm seeking to hire a Renewable Energy Resource Specialist to support its numerous public and private sector client renewable energy projects.   TSS is headquartered in Rancho Cordova California . The successful candidate will work on a wide variety of projects including renewable energy project development and resource assessment.  Biomass utilization experience is highly desirable.   This position supports renewable energy projects covering multiple technologies.  Areas of emphasis may include multidisciplinary renewable energy portfolios such as biomass, wind, landfill gas recovery, anaerobic digestion, geothermal, and solar.  Company emphasis is on biomass power and biofuels.  A wide variety of diverse assignments would include:  resource assessment, due diligence, natural resource management, siting and permitting, feasibility studies, new technology evaluation, project proposal evaluation, market assessments, strategic planning, policy evaluation, project management, and economic analysis.  Very competitive salary commensurate with experience.  TSS provides full medical, dental and vision coverage as well as paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.  An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is also provided. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Tad Mason, Managing Partner, at tmason@tssconsultants.com.  Questions may be directed to 916-638-8811, ext 112.

 
     
  Job Links  
 
CA Licensed Foresters Association - CLFA lists a great many jobs on their site.
CA State Personnel Board - THE site for state jobs.
Cyber-Sierra's Jobs Page - A compendium of links to forestry and natural resources-related job sites.
forestryusa.org - Forestry careers webpage lists forest sector job openings in North America.
Society of American Foresters Career Center - A great source for preparing & researching forestry careers.
USAJOBS at the US Office of Personnel Mgmt. - THE listing of federal government jobs.

 

 

 
  California Forestry Schools  
  Bachelor Degree Programs
These programs are accredited by SAF.

California Polytechnic State University
Department of Natural Resources Mgmt.
Humboldt State University
Department of Forestry and Watershed Mgmt.
University of California, Berkeley
College of Natural Resources - Forestry Program

Associate Degree Programs
These programs are recognized by SAF.

Bakersfield College - Forestry Program
College of the Redwoods - Forestry Program
Feather River College - Environmental Studies
Reedley College - Forestry Program


 
  Visit The Forest Foundation's "Careers in Forestry" webpage for details about forestry careers in California.
Details about the SAF Accreditation Forestry Degree Program.
 
     
  Forestry Links  
  California Forest Stewardship Program
"Provides technical and financial assistance to influence positive changes to forestland management, assists communities in solving common watershed problems, and helps landowners."
California Forestry Association
Their goal is to provide you with informative facts, statistics and current news about California forests.
The Forest Foundation
The Forest Foundation is elevating key points in the forest management debate and building valuable relationships with government officials, educators, and community leaders.

Project Learning Tree
"An award-winning, interdisciplinary environmental education program for educators working with students in PreK through grade 12."
California Licensed Foresters Association
The association of professional California foresters.
Quincy Library Group
The Quincy Library Group [approaches] the inter-dependent goals of forest health and community stability from different angles.




 
  SAF Web Links  
  National SAF Website - Home page for national SAF based in Washington, D.C.

SAF State Societies
- Directory of SAF State Societies maintained by national SAF

Certified Forester / Continuing Education Program

The Certified Forester® program is voluntary, nongovernmental, and open to qualified SAF members and nonmembers. Follow the link to learn more.

Continuing Forestry Education & Professional Development Recognition Program

"The Society of American Foresters offers a program of recognition for those who realize the importance of staying current through participation in continuing education courses, seminars and conferences. It is a good way to receive recognition for your efforts."
 
  Government Links  
  Bureau of Land Management
CA Board of Forestry
CA Coastal Commission
CA Department of Fish and Game
CA Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CA Department of Mines and Geology
CA Department of Parks and Recreation
CA Department of Water Resources
CA Geospatial Information Library
Fire and Resources Assessment Program
USDA Forest Service Headquarters
USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region
National Park Service
US Geological Survey
 
     
 
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