Initial Posting Date:
01/08/2024
Application Deadline:
05/30/2024
Agency:
Forestry Department
Salary Range:
4,527.
00 - 6,912.
00
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Forest Officer - Grants Pass
Job Description:
Real Jobs.
Real Impact.
Are you up to the Challenge?
Click here: ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Positions
Our Mission – To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon's forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability.
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You’ll 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 ($4527.
00 – $6912.
00, Monthly plus benefits).
Four (4) years in wildland fire suppression OR bachelor’s degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field and one (1) year of wildland fire suppression.
One 3-6 month season is equivalent to one year of experience for seasonal positions only.
18 years of age
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Will be required to take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the arduous level.
Note: Must obtain the Class B Warden certification within the trial service period.
General Duties:
Perform forest fire suppression activities.
Perform pre-suppression readiness activities.
Perform fire prevention and education activities.
Assist with grounds and facility maintenance.
Occasionally perform forest tasks involving slash burning, pre-commercial 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: tim.
c.
swink@odf.
oregon.
gov
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship.
Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's 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 score.
After 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: Chris.
l.
fisher@odf.
oregon.
gov.
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 or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices.
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