Initial Posting Date:
05/27/2021
Application Deadline:
06/10/2021
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
$3,855 – $5,896
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Young Stand Silviculture Specialist (NRS 2)
Job Description:
Do you have experience in reforestation and young stand silviculture? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with people to solve complex natural resource issues? If this sounds like you, please consider joining our newly formed state forests planning and coordination 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 Department of Forestry has one permanent, full-time position available in the State Forests Division. This position is part of a remote team and can be based in either the North Coast (Astoria or Tillamook) or the Mid-Willamette Valley (Salem or West Oregon) regions of Oregon.
What Will You Do
You will coordinate, develop, implement and monitor reforestation and young stand silviculture activities across the State Forest Division. You will work with the Seedling and Young Stand Silviculture coordinator to update the reforestation policy and procedures manual and to help implement universal standards across the division. You will be a part of the yearly planning process and will collaboratively determine the needs of each district and to help coordinate contracted services and the sharing of resources across districts. You will help create and implement universal data collection, management, and storage. You will use best available science and adaptive management to improve business practices. You will work with Resource Specialists as needed to ensure environmental and conservation goals are being met while ensuring reforestation success. The position will help produce reports on reforestation activities and accomplishments.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Strong background in reforestation methods and plantation maintenance including experience in conducting/coordinating stocking surveys, planting inspections, herbicide applications, seedling evaluations, and pre-commercial thinning operations.
- 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.
- Experience with long range planning and annual operations planning for harvesting, reforestation, and/or other management activities.
- Experience administering forestry related contracts.
- Experience in computers and GIS (includes software such as ESRI GIS) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook).
- Ability to be highly motivated, working independently and efficiently on multiple tasks and issues.
- Experience working within a team providing coordination and leadership in a field environment.
- Ability to interpret technical information, analyze and evaluate data for the implementation of land management activities and skilled in writing technical reports.
- Two years of experience in Forestry or closely related natural resource program AND a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or closely related degree, or three additional years of related (pertinent) experience; OR One year of experience in Forestry or closely related natural resource program AND a Master’s OR Doctorate degree in Forestry or closely related degree.
For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this opportunity, click here.
Because the Department’s highest priority work is a forest fire emergency, this position may be utilized during those emergencies to provide assistance in a variety of ways. That assistance may be directly aiding the emergency effort in the field or at the Salem headquarters. It also may be in providing backup to fill in for another position that is being used in direct aid to the emergency, or it may be in performing an essential function in some capacity either within this Program or elsewhere in Salem or in the field.
HOW TO APPLY
- Click on the “Apply” button above and complete the online application.
- Answer all the supplemental questions.
- If you require an alternate format in order to complete the employment process, you may call ODF Human Resources at (503) 945-7306.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
- This announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for this position and may be used to fill future vacancies.
- 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.
- Transcripts may be requested on selected candidate.
REQUIRED DRIVING RECORD CHECK
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 at the time of interview. An unacceptable driving record includes:
- Conviction of a major traffic offense within the previous 24 months which includes reckless driving, driving under the influence, failing to perform the duties of a driver, criminal driving while suspended or revoked, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, felony hit and run, etc.;
- Felony revocation of driving privileges or felony or misdemeanor license suspension within the previous 24 months;
- More than 3 moving traffic violations in the previous 12 months;
- A careless driving conviction in the previous 12 months;
- A Class A moving traffic violation in the previous 12 months.
For specific questions regarding these positions, please contact Ron Zilli, State Forests Deputy Division Chief, Planning and Coordination Team, at (503) 945-7345.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
State of Oregon: Oregon job opportunities – Veterans
BENEFITS
State of Oregon: Oregon job opportunities – Benefits with state government
WORK AUTHORIZATION
The Oregon Department of Forestry does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.