Executive Director
Associated California Loggers (ACL)
Location: California (travel required)
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Compensation: $140,000–$160,000 annually, DOE, plus company vehicle, paid vacation and
sick leave, and 100% employer-paid health benefits for the employee.
Lead the voice of California’s logging and forest operations industry at a time when forest
health, wildfire resilience, and sustainable resource management have never been more
important.
The Associated California Loggers (ACL) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Executive Director
to lead California’s premier trade association representing professional logging contractors and
forest operations businesses.
This is a unique opportunity to advocate for an industry that plays a critical role in sustainable
forest management, wildfire risk reduction, forest health, renewable resources, and rural
economic vitality throughout California.
About ACL
The Associated California Loggers represents professional forest industry businesses
committed to responsible forest management, safe operations, and the long-term sustainability
of California’s forest products industry. ACL works closely with industry leaders, policymakers,
regulatory agencies, landowners, and stakeholders to advance sound forest policy and support
the professionals who manage California’s working forests.
Position Overview
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the chief
executive, advocate, and spokesperson for the Association. The successful candidate will
provide strategic leadership while overseeing organizational operations, public policy initiatives,
membership engagement, communications, financial management, and industry partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and implement ACL’s strategic vision and Board priorities.
• Serve as the primary advocate for California’s logging and forest operations industry.
• Build and maintain relationships with legislators, regulatory agencies, industry partners,
and stakeholders.
• Monitor and respond to legislative and regulatory issues affecting forestry and forest
operations.
• Grow and strengthen membership engagement and value.
1• Direct communications, marketing, and public outreach efforts that promote the positive
contributions of forestry and logging.
• Manage organizational finances, budgeting, sponsorships, and revenue development.
• Coordinate industry meetings, educational programs, conferences, and special events.
• Promote workforce development, safety initiatives, and industry best practices.
Desired Qualifications
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible leadership experience.
• Strong background in advocacy, government relations, regulatory affairs, association
management, or natural resource industries.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and public speaking skills.
• Proven organizational and financial management experience.
• Knowledge of forestry, natural resources, forest operations, or related industries is highly
desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Traci Holt at
traci@driforest.com.
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026, 5:00pm
ACL is an equal opportunity employer.
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