Forestry Specialist

**JOB SUMMARY** This position exists to do the following: 1. Assist the Chief Forester and Team Leader - Forestry & Surveillance in managing and developing the Company's timberland resources in an assigned Forest Region (typically 25K-40K acres) in a manner that supports corporate financial & sustainability goals 2. Ensure protection of land and land rights through boundary line maintenance and surveillance of Alabama Power Company, Alabama Property Company, and SEGCo land holdings, including regulated property (i.e., plant-in-service, FERC project, and held for future use), and 3. Provide support for the acquisition of fee owned land and transmission right of way (ROW), as well as for leasing, sales and development. **JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** + Assisting Chief Forester and Team Leader, Forestry & Surveillance in formulating policy, procedures, and goals. + Planning and conducting timber sales to achieve revenue goals; ensuring appropriate booking of revenue. + Compiling, maintaining, and updating timber inventory; preparing and implementing written timber management plans for all tracts within the assigned Region. This involves detailed analysis using sophisticated forest management software along with the ability to revise plans as land ownership amounts change and as land uses on existing ownership change. + Establishing timber values for condemnation, damages, sales, etc. and testifying in court to such value as an expert witness. + Ensuring silvicultural activities are correctly prescribed and properly implemented in order to produce positive cost/benefit ratios and a sustainable yield of healthy forest products. + Supporting Acquisition, Leasing, Sales and Development activities, includingtimber appraisals, courthouse records research, and land use vetting. + Providing wildlife management expertise and advice to hunting clubs on APC lands as well as assisting APC facility personnel in implementing wildlife program. + Performing surveillance inspections and documenting encroach.ments, boundary issues, unauthorized use of property, and other illegal activities at least once every three years **JOB REQUIREMENTS** ( _Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)_ + BS degree in Forestry from an abet accredited institution is required; registered Forester license in the State of Alabama is preferred. + A minimum of 5 years of experience in forest management or timber procurement is required, 10 years or more is preferred. + In-depth understanding of integrated forestry and wildlife management along with its relationship to APC timberland resource and APC Power Delivery objectives. + Extensive experience developing timber sales, administering timber sales, and/or buying timber. + Knowledge/experience with GIS and applicable timber management technology, systems, and tools. + Effective oral and written communication, problem solving, and decision-making skills. + Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively establish priorities with limited direct supervision while in the field. + Active membership in the Society of American Foresters and the Alabama Forestry Association is preferred. + Must exhibit the tenets of Our Values and actively contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion. This role is based at the Forestry & Lake Management office in Dadeville, AL, and requires frequent daily travel, with occasional overnight trips as needed. Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower). Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 13197 Job Category: Real Estate & Land Management Job Schedule: Full time Company: Alabama Power