Initial Posting Date:
05/19/2021
Application Deadline:
06/02/2021
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
$5,559 – $8,598
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Forest Health and Monitoring Unit Manager (PEMD)
Job Description:
Are you able to provide leadership to a high functioning team that monitors the compliance rates and effectiveness of natural resource policies and rules? Can you lead efforts to coordinate forest health activities with a variety of partners? Do you have knowledge of statistical analysis and research methods? Can you adjust to rapidly changing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure? Are you able to provide leadership in developing and implementing a program vision while operating with several business lines and maintain key relationships with internal and external customers? If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team.
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.
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.
To see what it’s like to be part of ODF’s respectful, inclusive, and professional team, click here.
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.
What will you do?
You will direct, manage, supervise and provide technical expertise to the Forest Health and Monitoring Units of the Private Forests Program. Your responsibilities include: (1) planning, leading, improving and implementing a statewide forest practices and forest health monitoring and evaluation program to measure the implementation and effectiveness of the Oregon Forest Practices Act in meeting its goals and objectives; (2) coordinating forest health and forest practice monitoring activities within the department and among state and federal agencies, research scientists, forest landowners and other interests; (3) providing technical guidance and consultation on forest health and forest practice monitoring to forestry staff and field personnel, landowners and other interests; and (4) serving as a technical adviser at the federal and state level about forest health and forest practice monitoring needs and methods. You will recommend revisions to agency policy and procedures by evaluating their impact on program activities in order to increase effectiveness of program operations.
For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this opportunity, please click here.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR:
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Excellent communicator both oral and written, particularly in environments with diverse perspectives.
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Strong organization skills.
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Experience coordinating and planning projects.
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College-level training in biological or physical science.
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Ability to provide leadership to a high functioning team that monitors the compliance and effectiveness of natural resource policies and rules.
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Knowledge of statistical analysis and research methods.
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Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
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Interest and talent in developing, coaching and guiding staff.
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Provide leadership in developing and implementing a program vision while operating with several business lines and maintain key relationships with internal and external customers.
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Proven experience as an excellent communicator who is honest, fair and inclusive among employees, partners and stakeholders.
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Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of service, workforce diversity, equity and inclusion, team environment, and strong internal communication and alignment.
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Six years of experience in supervision, staff-technical, or professional-level work related to Forestry or related Natural Resources field. Two years of this experience must have included supervision and management of a program, section, or unit which included: a) development of program rules and policies; b) development of long-and short-range goals and plans; c) program evaluation; AND d) budget preparation. OR
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Six years of experience in supervision, staff technical, or professional work related to Forestry or related Natural Resources field. Two years of this experience must have included program/project leader responsibility involving one or more of the following areas: a) development of program rules and policies; b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans; c) program evaluation and/or project evaluation; OR d) monitoring and controlling or preparing a budget.
NOTE: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent course work (144 quarter or 96 semester hours) in a field related to management, such as Business or Public Administration, or a field related to the program of the employing agency, may be substituted for three years of the required experience, but will not substitute for the two years of specialized experience.
How to Apply
Your candidate profile and cover letter 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.).
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Current State of Oregon employees – You must apply through your employee Workday account. At the time of application, please attach your current cover letter.
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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.
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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%.
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This announcement is for one (1) Permanent, Full-Time position located in the Private Forests Program in Salem. For specific questions regarding this position, please contact Eric Hartstein, Private Forests Division Interim Deputy Chief, at 971-283-5534.
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This is a management service position and not represented by a union. Pay and benefits on all job announcements may change without further notice.
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Please note all communication regarding this recruitment will be through Workday and it will be important for you to monitor your portal.
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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.
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If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Recruiter, Michele Olson at: Michele.L.Olson@Oregon.gov | 503-945-7306.
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Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
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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.