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Initial Posting Date:

01/28/2021

Application Deadline:

02/18/2021

Agency:

Forestry Department

Salary Range:

3,855.00 – 5,896.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Stewardship Forester (Natural Resource Specialist 2)

Apply Here: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Molalla–ODF/Stewardship-Forester–Natural-Resource-Specialist-2-_REQ-56705

Job Description:

Are you a professional forester with excellent communications skills? Do you enjoy working with people? Are you highly motivated to work with others to create positive partnerships between private and public entities? If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team!

What will you do?  

As a Stewardship Forester you will administer the Oregon Forest Practices Act laws and rules and provide forestry assistance programs to landowners within an assigned geographic area. Administration includes assisting landowners to achieve their land management objectives and provide for the societal values of the citizens of this state by offering forestry and fire prevention educational and technical assistance that encourages long term investments in forest management activities that are consistent with sound management of soil, air, water, fish and wildlife resources. This includes providing professional forestry advice to landowners and operators concerning forest management, fire prevention and administration of the Forest Practices Act and fire prevention laws.

For a complete list of duties and working conditions for the positions, please click on the locations below:

The Benefits of Joining Our Team

The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

The Oregon Department of Forestry’s (ODF) Mission is – To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon’s forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability.

To see what it’s like to be part of ODF’s respectful, inclusive, and professional team, click here.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Candidates whose demonstrate skills, abilities and/or experience in the following:

  • Five years of experience in forestry or related natural resource field.

OR

  • Bachelor’s degree in forestry or related natural resource field and two years of forestry or related natural resource experience. Note: A Master’s degree in forestry or related natural resource field will count towards one year of the required experience.

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  • Working knowledge of forest management technology and recommended best management practices.

  • College-level training in a natural resource management discipline or enough work experience to provide equivalent knowledge.

  • Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of service, workforce diversity, equity and inclusion, team environment, and strong internal communication and alignment.

  • Proven experience as an excellent communicator who is honest, fair and inclusive among employees, partners and stakeholders.

  • Excellent verbal and written skills including working with operators, landowners, and the general public in communicating technical information and prescriptive standards.

  • Ability to work with and communicate with people who may have opposing views relating to the Forest Practice Rules and natural resource management and protection.

  • Experience providing education and outreach to a variety of users such as landowners, operators, small woodland owners, and other agencies in classroom/workshop and/or field tour settings etc.

  • Experience writing forest management plans or treatment prescriptions.

  • Knowledge of the program statutes, rules, guidelines and policies.

  • Working knowledge of field technology (GPS, tablets) in a forestry setting.

  • Working knowledge of GIS applications and ability to manipulate data.

  • Working knowledge of fire management and fire suppression techniques.

  • Ability to work in a team setting.

  • Ability to adjust to shifting priorities and emerging issues.

How to Apply

Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

  • Current State of Oregon employees – You must apply through your employee Workday account. At the time of application, please attach your current cover letter and resume

  • External Applicants – Please visit the State of Oregon job opportunities web-page to submit your application for the position, which includes your current cover letter and resume.

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  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%

  • This announcement is for eight (8) permanent, full-time positions available in the Private Forest Program. Locations listed in job posting above.

  • If you have questions regarding these positions, please contact Scott West, Protection Unit Forester at: scott.a.west@oregon.gov | 503-829–2216.

  • This announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for this position and may be used to fill future vacancies.

  • Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity

  • The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement.

  • If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Recruiter, Paula Jones at: paula.l.jones@Oregon.gov | 503-945-7294.

  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time

  • This position requires the operation of a State vehicle for the purpose of conducting official State business. An Oregon driving record check will be conducted on the top applicants to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record.  If your license is from outside Oregon, you must submit at least a three year court/DMV printout.

ODF seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity and values of Oregonians and provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. ODF promotes and supports the value of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA), and diversity.

Helpful Links & Resources

Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage

Workday Applicant FAQ

Veterans | Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666

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