Forest Officer - The Dalles
Forest Officer - The Dalles
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$ 4824 - 7365
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
01/23/2025Application Deadline:
05/14/2025Agency:
Forestry DepartmentSalary Range:
$4824.00 $7365.00Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Forest Officer The DallesJob Description:
Real Jobs. Real Impact. Are you up to the Challenge
Seasonal Fire positions for the 2025 fire season are open! Applications will be assessed as they are received and candidates may be contacted prior to the application deadline. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Application must be submitted through Oregon Job Opportunities to be considered.
ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on race religion color sex age national origin disability sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs services activities hiring and employment is fully committed to attracting retaining developing and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race gender color religion sexual orientation national origin age physical or mental disability or veteran status.
Click here: ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Positions
Our Mission To serve the people of Oregon by protecting managing and promoting stewardship of Oregons forests to enhance environmental economic and community sustainability.
Great Benefits Package watch this video
Youll be part of the ODF team that serves our fellow Oregonians relying on regulation and protection of both public and private forest land in our great state of Oregon! Click here.
Forest Officer (FO)
Four (4) seasons in wildland fire suppressionOR bachelors degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field and one (1) year of wildland fire suppression.
Applicants must be 18 years of age and have a valid drivers license at the time of hire.
Must obtain the Class B Warden certification within the trial service period.
Some positions may require a valid class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
Prior to hire you will need to submit WCT Card or take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the arduous level.
We may consider applicants that do not have 4 seasons if not able to fill at the qualified level.
General Duties
Perform forest fire suppression activities.
Perform presuppression readiness activities.
Perform fire prevention and education activities.
Assist with grounds and facility maintenance.
Occasionally perform forest tasks involving slash burning precommercial thinning road brushing etc.
Observe receive and obtain information from all relevant sources.
Skills we are looking for
Knowledge of forestry laws rules and regulations for the public.
Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Set goals prioritize organize and accomplish assigned work.
Demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring skills.
How to Apply:
Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date.
Current State of Oregon employees You must apply through your employee Workday account.
Additional Details:
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
If you have questions about this position please contact Hiring Manager: Phillip Raffaelly .
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys Form I9 confirming authorization to work in the United States.
Veterans If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications veterans preference points will be added to your you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time. For further information please see the following website: Veterans Resources.
If you have questions about the job announcement or need an alternate format to apply please contact:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
