Natural Resource Specialist 2 - Stewardship Forester
Natural Resource Specialist 2 - Stewardship Forester
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$ 4622 - 7070
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Initial Posting Date:
06/10/2025Application Deadline:
06/18/2025Agency:
Forestry DepartmentSalary Range:
$4622 - $7070Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 2 - Stewardship ForesterJob Description:
Opportunity Awaits Apply Today!
Our Mission To serve the people of Oregon by protecting managing and promoting stewardship of Oregons forests to enhance environmental economic and community sustainability.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Work/life balance 11 paid holidays a year flexible work schedules competitive benefits packages and so much more. Great Benefits Package - watch this video here
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.
What we are looking for:
The purpose of this position is to administer the Forest Practices Act and rules; assist landowners in obtaining their objectives and providing for the societal values of the citizens of this state by offering information and assistance that encourages long term investments in forest management activities that are consistent with sound management of soil air water fish and wildlife resources.
This is accomplished with statues rules programs and policies that relate to: forest practices; reforestation tax credits; cost share and grant funding; fire protection; the Forest Resource Trust; integrated pest management; resource protection; voluntary measures in the Oregon Plan for Salmon and Watersheds; and best management practices to maintain water quality. In addition district employees serve in support of the Protection from Fire Program during fire and other emergency incidents and assist in forest fire prevention efforts in the Douglas District by conducting training sessions and encouraging good forest management practices by participating in the programs of hazard management set forth in Oregon law and to the extent authorized and directed by the State Forester.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in forestry or a natural resource program area AND A bachelors degree in forestry or a natural resource program area.
OR
Three additional years of closely related (pertinent) experience for a total of 5 yrs experience.
Note: Drivers License Check - This position requires the operation of a state vehicle for the purpose of conducting official State business. If your license is from outside Oregon you must submit at least a three-year court/DMV printout. If you have an Oregon drivers license a record checkwill be conducted on the top candidate to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record.
Desired Skills:
If you have these skills and attributes let us know in your application materials! Its how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills experience and education to help us decide who will move forward.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision on special projects; ability to communicate technical data and concepts orally and in writing.
- Ability to write clearly and effectively communicate orally with co-workers other ODF staff and policymakers.
- Able to establish and maintain good working relationships with external cooperators field managers and department personnel subject to program audits in order to effectively implement changes.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint software to communicate information and technical data.
- Applying policies procedures and pertinent laws and regulations to specific agency operations.
- Familiar with assisting landowners in obtaining their objectives.
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.
- Cover letter and resume are both required - Failure to submit the required cover letter or resume will remove your application from consideration. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
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 Recruitment please contact Hiring Manager: Nick Haile
- 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 I-9 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 need an alternate format to apply please contact:.
ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex age national origin disability sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
