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A quick guide to conducting an ecosystem workforce assessment

The transition from resource extraction to ecosystem management on public lands and the increased interest in private land restoration have led some rural communities to try to promote an ecosystem management industry that can provide new types of quality jobs for forest workers while addressing ecological restoration needs. To accomplish this, community organizations need to understand the types of forest work that are being undertaken and the capacity of businesses and workers to do those types of work. Information about forest restoration work and the workforce can help community organizations and public agencies link the needs of landowners and the capacity of contractors and workers. With this information, they can provide contractor assistance, develop appropriate worker training, and structure contracts to foster quality jobs. This document offers a simple approach for conducting a workforce assessment.