Recreation Monitor Umpqua National Forest

Summary

American Conservation Experience a nonprofit Conservation Corps in partnership with US Forest Service is seeking ONE Recreation Monitor to contribute to the Recreation Hydro Site Monitoring project alongside US Forest Service Staff.

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Start Date: May 5 2026

Estimated End Date: October 16 2026

*a 24-week minimum commitment is required *

Location Details/Description: Idleyld Park OR Diamond Lake Ranger District Umpqua National Forest

NOTE: This is a remote duty station located at Toketee Lake approximately 60 miles east on Hwy 138 from the nearest full service community of Roseburg OR. There are no services such as gas and groceries at this site only the Ranger Station and government housing. Please be prepared to live and work in this remote mountain setting.

The Umpqua National Forest covers nearly one million acres along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains in Southwest Oregon. The Forest encompasses a diverse area of sparkling rivers and lakes deep canyons and rugged mountains up to 9200 feet in elevation. The Umpqua produces a wealth of water resources timber wildlife fish minerals and outdoor recreation opportunities. Included within the Forest are the North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River a portion of the Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness the Oregon Cascades Recreation Area the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and the North Umpqua hydropower project.

For more information about Umpqua National Forest please visit the USDA Forest Service website.

Position Overview: The Technician will primarily be monitoring visitor use and overall condition of recreational facilities associated with the PacifiCorps North Umpqua Hydroelectric Project located on the Diamond Lake Ranger District.

• Gather visitor counts and recreation site facility information to enter data into database
• Use GPS/GIS to complete inventories for recreation sites
• Maintain recreation sites to standard using tools such as garbage pickers toilet brushes hand saws shovels pulaskis mcLeods and other tools related to recreation site maintenance
• Provide excellent visitor service by answering the publics questions on campground regulations LNT ethics and nearby recreational attractions
• Participate in the Field Ranger program providing environmental education and interpretive programs to the recreating public at the Diamond Lake Amphitheatre for Saturday evening programs
• Potential to assist with other projects in programs such as Botany and Wildlife
• Produce final report that documents use on all PacificCorps Hydro sites in the Diamond Lake Recreation Area

This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Schedule: The schedule will be a standard five days a week eight hour day. The days of the week will include weekends to facilitate good use reporting.

Position Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute 40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $650/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses dispersed bi-weekly. The living allowance is a fixed rate determined by the US Forest Service and ACE and is not flexible.

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service. If the duration of a PLC-eligible term is not long enough for Members to accrue 640 hours of service (16 weeks) the total hours served at the completion of the term may be eligible to be combined with hours accrued from another PLC-eligible term to meet the 640 hours requirement. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age (You must be between the ages of 16 and 30. Some agencies also interpret these guidelines to include veterans up to age 35) and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility or view general eligibility information on our website.

Housing: ACE members will be accommodated in US Forest Service provided housing at no cost for the duration of the term.

Relocation Assistance: ACE members will have access to up to $500 to be used for eligible relocation expenses. Further details regarding distribution of these funds will be provided during the interview process.

Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures clear guidance on prohibited activities and networks for support. Specific training may include fee collection.

Qualifications

Required:

• Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident as required by U.S. government contracts
• Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional positive and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability to be both self-directed/work alone and be a positive contributing member of a group.
• A valid drivers license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
• Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets beginning of term feedback forms end of term evaluations and for longer terms a mid-term evaluation.
• Member may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement
• To learn more about eligibility requirements please visit our website located on our Indeed homepage.

Preferred:

• Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a Natural Resource or related degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as natural resources.
• All candidates are encouraged to apply though local candidates will be strongly considered.
• Knowledge of natural resources.
• Ability and willingness to work with the general public.
• Experience and/or ability to learn use of GPS unit
• Ability to take initiative work independently and participate in collaborative efforts
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with resource professionals
• Prior data collection visitor monitoring recreation maintenance experience is desirable

Physical Demands Work Environment and Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands: Requires frequent driving standing walking hiking carrying using hands to handle or feel reaching with hands and arms talking and hearing. Required to stoop kneel climb stairs and/or crouch. Ability to hike over rough terrain.
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 30 lbs. ability to move up to 80 pounds.
• Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Noise Environment: Moderate to high noise such as gas-powered chainsaws and other hand and power tools.

Environmental Conditions/Hazards: The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme heat or cold rocky terrain swamp or wetland conditions biting insects and potentially dangerous wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self fellow staff/members or resources.

Vehicle and Equipment Use/Safety: A vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties one will be provided by the US Forest Service or ACE. Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the US Forest Service. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) typically provided by the US Forest Service will be mandatory for any activity that requires it. Strict adherence to US Forest Service and ACE equipment training certification and safety protocols is required.

To Apply: Please submit your resume a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience and contact information for three professional/academic references to ACEs online application page for this position on our website. Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact USFS Senior Member Manager Caris Hill.

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