Forest Stewardship Extension Educator

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University of Maryland Extension

Job Posted

August 15, 2025

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MD
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The candidate in this position will develop and implement woodland stewardship programs for private woodland owners, natural resource professionals, and provide faculty oversight for the Maryland/Delaware Master Logger Program. The candidate will work with the University of Maryland Extension Natural Resource Specialists, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service, and the Master Logger Steering Committee to develop programming.

Summary

Job Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement UME’s Woodland Stewardship Program 
o Coordinate the development and implementation of woodland stewardship Extension and education programs in cooperation with UME Natural Resources Specialists at WMREC, as well as other UME educators & specialists.
o Develop publications, web resources, and other educational materials on woodland stewardship, invasive species, allied programs such as Call Before You Cut, and other relevant topics.
o Partner with woodland owners, professionals, and other organizations to provide educational programs, including some aimed at youth and diverse demographics.
o Work with: MD DNR-Forest Service, Tree Farm, Maryland Forests Association, other State agencies, and conservation organizations to promote woodland stewardship.
o Provide regular articles and material for the Branching Out Woodland Stewardship Newsletter that is produced four times per year and distributed electronically to approximately 2,000 landowners and others.
o Provide input and occasional assistance for maintenance and resources on the Maryland Woodland Stewardship webpage, www.extension.umd.edu/woodland.
o Seek and obtain grant funding to support and develop programs.
o Provide faculty oversight on the Maryland/Delaware Master Logger training program in cooperation with other partners and UMD staff.
o Coordinate with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and Master Logger Steering Committees 

Apply at: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/job/Extension-Educator--Forest-Stewardship_JR102138

Compensation Information

Salary range: Bachelor's Degree: $49,073 to $63,073, Master's Degree: $51,290 to $65,290