Initial Posting Date:
12/17/2020
Application Deadline:
01/05/2021
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
$3,855 – $5,896
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Recreation Planning Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 2)
Job Description:
Are you an inspiring and collaborative leader with expertise and education in the fields of outdoor recreation planning, natural resource planning, and outdoor recreation management? Are you highly skilled and motivated to work with others to create effective short and long range recreation management plans that will lay the foundation for recreation management on Oregon’s state forests for years to come? Do you have a passion for creating and managing recreation opportunities in a wildland setting that connect people to Oregon’s state forests? 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.
The mission of the State Forest Division is to manage Board of Forestry lands to achieve greatest permanent value to provide economic, environmental, and social benefits to Oregonians. Timber sales on these forests produce jobs and revenue that funds counties, local districts, and schools throughout the state. These forests also offer recreational and educational opportunities, and provide essential wildlife habitat and clean water.
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We have (1) one permanent, full-time, Recreation Planning Coordinator position available in the State Forests Recreation Division within the Oregon Department of Forestry. This position is based out of Northwest Oregon Area (NWOA), with the option of duty station located in Astoria, Forest Grove or Tillamook. For specific questions regarding this position please contact Randy Peterson, Recreation Program Manager, at 503-359-7470.
What You Will Do
You will support the implementation of the State Forest Division planning cycle, to develop short and mid-range operational plans (Annual Operation and Implementation Plans) for recreation projects and infrastructure and other land management activities to ensure that Division goals and objectives are met. You will support and coordinate work flow between other operational units (i.e. timber sales, road development, etc.) to ensure there is alignment around recreation resource planning objectives. For 5 months of the year you will also support facility and campground operations.
For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this opportunity, please 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.
What We Are Looking For
- Two years of experience in outdoor recreation planning, natural resource planning, or outdoor recreation management, which includes assisting with a) development and implementation short and mid-range recreation management plans, b) development of recreation facility maintenance plans, c) grant planning, writing, and grant project administration, d) recreation facility planning, design and development, and e) development of trail system plans, and a Bachelor’s degree in outdoor recreation planning, natural resource planning, or outdoor recreation management, or three additional years of related outdoor recreation planning experience which includes assisting with a) development and implementation of short and mid-range recreation management plans, b) development of recreation facility maintenance plans, c) grant planning, writing, and grant project administration, d) recreation facility planning, design and development, and e) development of trail system plans;
- OR one year of experience in outdoor recreation planning, natural resource planning, or outdoor recreation management, which includes assisting with a) development and implementation short and mid-range recreation management plans, b) development of recreation facility maintenance plans, c) grant planning, writing, and grant project administration, d) recreation facility planning, design and development, and e) development of trail system plans, and a Master’s degree in outdoor recreation management, recreation planning, or social dimensions of natural resource management.
- In the “work History” section on your application, you must clearly describe your experience in the a, b, c, d, and e areas listed above. Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from consideration.
Candidates who are the most competitive will also reflect the following:
- Experience in Recreation and natural resource planning, including developing recreation management plans, trail system plans, recreation facility and trail project plans, and the ability to integrate recreation planning with other forest management activities and resources.
- Experience coordinating with resource specialists and staff (biologists, engineers, geologist, land managers, recreation staff, reforestation, etc.) to develop recreation plans, trail system plans, and trail and facility project plans and to resolve complex natural resource issues.
- Experience planning and managing recreation trail and facility development projects
- Experience and skill in grant planning, grant writing, and grant administration.
- Highly effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build internal and external working relationships.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to provide exceptional customer service in a variety of settings.
- Strong team member with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve agency, program, and project goals and objectives.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to provide guidance and support to team members and volunteers.
- Motivated individual with the ability to set goals and to prioritize, organize and accomplish tasks.
- Strong problem solving skills and the ability to evaluate situations, apply rules and guidelines, and achieve desired outcomes.
- Experience using ArcGIS to create and update spatial information and databases, to evaluate and analyze data, and to develop maps and reports.
- Strong background and experience in Recreation management and operations and maintenance of recreation facilities such as campgrounds, trails, trailheads, picnic areas, OHV staging areas, and interpretive sites.
How to Apply
- Click on the “Apply” button above and complete the online application.
- Answer all the supplemental questions. Answers to the questions must be clearly reflected in your work history.
- Attach a cover letter
- If you require an alternate format in order to complete the employment process, you may call ODF Human Resources at (503) 945-7646.
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.
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.
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.
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.