The Georgia Forestry Foundation (GFF) is expanding its team with two new positions that advance the organization’s commitment to forest conservation, landowner engagement, and the future of Georgia’s forest economy. GFF is currently accepting applications for a Conservation Outreach Specialist and a Director of Forest Markets to help expand the work GFF does across the state.
The Conservation Outreach Specialist will work to provide technical assistance to a target group of more than 2,000 landowners to provide management and stewardship resources and to restore at least 10,000 acres of longleaf pine habitats across Georgia. The position is funded through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Longleaf Stewardship Fund and is designed to help landowners access Farm Bill cost-share programs and implement practices critical to habitat recovery.
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The Director of Forest Markets is a senior-level leadership role that will grow GFF’s Forest Products Innovation Accelerator and help position Georgia as a national leader in forest-based manufacturing. The position is funded through a grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation. The Director of Forests Markets will coordinate strategic partners, guide emerging businesses toward commercialization, and build investment in wood-based materials, fuels, and biocarbon technologies.
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“These two positions reflect the depth of what GFF is working to accomplish, from boots on the ground work with landowners to building the next generation of Georgia’s forest economy. We’re excited to bring talented people into this work,” says Matt Hestad, Senior Vice President, Georgia Forestry Foundation.
Both positions offer a competitive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) with a 5% employer match, paid time off, and a flexible work environment.
Applications are due July 10, 2026.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to matt@gfagrow.org
About GFF
The Georgia Forestry Foundation (GFF), established in 1990, is a 501 (c) (3) organization that acts as the educational arm of the Georgia Forestry Association. Their mission is to sustain Georgia’s forests through funding and support of leadership development, policy studies, and education to enhance the economic, environmental, and community value of working forests for Georgia. For more information, visit www.gfagrow.org.