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Initial Posting Date: <\/b><\/p>\n
02\/03\/2021<\/p>\n
Application Deadline:<\/b><\/p>\n
02\/15\/2021<\/p>\n
Agency:<\/b><\/p>\n
Forestry Department<\/p>\n
Salary Range:<\/b><\/p>\n
5,294.00 – 8,198.00<\/p>\n
Position Type:<\/b><\/p>\n
Employee<\/p>\n
Position Title:<\/b><\/p>\n
Assistant District Forester NEO, KLD\/Staff Forester SWO FM2 (Job Rotation\/Limited Duration)<\/p>\n
Apply here:\u00a0https:\/\/oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/SOR_External_Career_Site\/job\/Klamath-Falls–ODF\/Assistant-District-Forester-NEO–KLD-Staff-Forester-SWO-FM2–Job-Rotation-Limited-Duration-_REQ-57829<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Job Description:<\/b><\/p>\n Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a team with a strong workplace culture of support and camaraderie from February 2021 through June 30, 2021?\u00a0If yes, then this is the position for you!<\/i>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n These positions are currently being offered as either a Limited Duration appointment for anyone to apply OR as a statewide Job Rotation<\/b><\/u> to all permanent, current State of Oregon employees (this is includes regular status and limited duration employees who have completed trial service).\u00a0 State of Oregon job rotations require employer approval.<\/p>\n What will you be doing<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n You will assist the District Forester with providing leadership through policy and operational oversight and direction of program activities for respective district within the Department of Forestry. You will maintain political contacts with local legislators, county commissioners, and maintains close working relationships with the Board of Directors for the District’s respective forest protective association.\u00a0 This includes overseeing certain programmatic functions administered within the District’s geographical area including the Protection from Fire, Private Forests and Administration.\u00a0 This is accomplished by directly supervising, directing, and monitoring the work of subordinate managers, skilled, administrative, technical, and professional employees assigned to the various programs.\u00a0 You will develop, review and approve plans and purchases, and oversee the implementation of plans and strategies at the District level to accomplish agency goals and objectives that are established from the Board of Forestry – Forestry Program for Oregon (FPFO), Agency Strategic Plan and Department’s Mission and Vision.<\/p>\n For a complete list of duties, working conditions and location for each position are as follows:<\/p>\n Northeast Oregon District (NEO) – La Grande, negotiable at time of hire-<\/b>\u00a0please click here.<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Klamath Lake District (KLD) – Klamath Falls – <\/b>please click here.<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Southwest Oregon District (SWO) – Central Point –<\/b> please click here.<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n The Benefits of Joining Our Team<\/u>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent\u00a0medical, vision and dental<\/a>\u00a0coverage, 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.<\/p>\n The Oregon Department of Forestry’s (ODF) Mission is\u202f\u2013<\/b> To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon’s forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To see what it’s like to be part of ODF’s respectful, inclusive, and professional team, click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Candidates whose demonstrate skills, abilities and\/or experience in the following:<\/p>\n Six (6) years<\/b> of natural resource experience in areas such as wildland fire suppression, forest management, etc., which include assisting with a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n OR<\/b><\/p>\n Bachelor’s degree in forestry<\/b> or closely related natural resources field and three (3) years of natural resource experience in areas such as wildland fire suppression, or forest management which includes which include assisting with a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Experience in supervising, directing and leadership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Knowledge of general principles and practices of budgeting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external working relationships<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Excellent written and verbal communication skills<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Competence in responding to rapidly-changing workloads and in prioritizing work to meet objectives<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Can organize and facilitate work on multiple projects simultaneously<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Knowledge of Oregon Dept. of Forestry fire policies, regulations and state laws<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Demonstrates initiative, foresight and independent judgment on an on-going basis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Demonstrated commitment to professional improvement and learning<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of service, workforce diversity, equity and inclusion, team environment, and strong internal communication and alignment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Proven experience as an excellent communicator who is honest, fair and inclusive among employees, partners and stakeholders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n How to Apply<\/u>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n 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.).<\/p>\n Current\u00a0State of Oregon employees <\/b>– You must apply through your employee\u00a0Workday<\/a>\u00a0account.\u00a0\u00a0At<\/span> the time of application, please attach your current\u00a0cover\u00a0letter\u00a0and\u00a0resume.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n External Applicants – <\/b>Please visit the\u00a0State of Oregon job opportunities web-page<\/a>\u00a0to submit your application for the position, which includes your current\u00a0cover letter\u00a0and\u00a0resume.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Attach supervisory approval if applying for a Job Rotation.\u00a0<\/b>(Written approval must be attached to be considered for the rotation.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Want to Know More? Let Me Help!<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n 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%<\/p>\n<\/li>\n This announcement\u00a0is for three (3), Limited Duration or Statewide\u00a0Job Rotation <\/b>positions from February 2021 through June 30, 2021. NEO, KLD and SWO will each have one position.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n If you have questions regarding these positions, <\/b>please contact\u00a0the supervisor for location of interest. NEO – Joe Hessel at 541-519-6992, KLD – Dennis Lee at 541-891-3140 or SWO – Dave Larson at 541-664-3328.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n These positions are management service and are not represented by a Union.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Please review the\u00a0Classification and Compensation<\/a>\u00a0page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following\u00a0pay equity<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Recruiter,\u00a0Michele<\/span> Olson at:\u00a0Michele.L.Olson@Oregon.gov<\/span><\/a> | 503-945-7306.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Applicants must be authorized to work in the United\u00a0States.\u202fApplicants\u00a0who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time<\/p>\n<\/li>\n These positions require the operation of a State vehicle for the purpose of conducting official State business. An Oregon driving record check\u202fwill be\u00a0conducted on the top applicants to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record.\u202f If your license is from outside Oregon, you must submit at least a three year court\/DMV printout.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n 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.<\/p>\n Helpful Links & Resources<\/u><\/p>\n Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage<\/a><\/p>\n Workday Applicant FAQ<\/a><\/p>\n Veterans<\/a>\u00a0| Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666<\/p>\n\n
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