Initial Posting Date:
08/27/2026Application Deadline:
09/09/2026Agency:
Forestry DepartmentSalary Range:
$4,519 - $6,276Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 1 - FFR Forester - Limited DurationJob Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!
This is a limited duration with a rotation opportunity (internal state employees). This position may end 7/1/2027, and has the potential to become permanent. The position will be located in Grants Pass.
Our Mission – To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians.
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. 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.
What we are looking for:
As the Natural Resource Specialist 1, you will assist the Unit Forester in the accomplishing of Federal Forest Restoration management objectives. These objectives and related duties are in the areas of Timber Sale Preparation, Administration of Timber Sale Contracts, Forest Management Planning, Reforestation and Intensive Management, and general Forest Administration. The primary emphasis of this position is on Timber Sale Preparation.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in Forestry or closely related Natural Resource Area
OR
Three years of experience in Forestry or a closely related Natural Resource Area.
Note: Driver’s License Check – This position requires the operation of a state vehicle for official State business. As part of the hiring process, the agency uses Advanced Reporting LLC to conduct all required DMV and CDL driving‑record checks. Advanced Reporting LLC will obtain and review the driving record for the top candidate to verify possession of a valid license and an acceptable driving record.
Desired Skills:
Skill gathering and analyzing technical or scientific information and drawing conclusions or making recommendations.
Skill communicating verbally and in writing with a variety of people to answer questions and explain information.
Skill writing clear and concise status, summary, technical, or narrative reports.
Displays experience in computers and GIS. This includes experience with software such as ESRI GIS, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook).
Has a strong background in forest management including timber sale layout, cruising, logging system design, stand exam plots, reforestation, and other related activities.
Demonstrates the ability to be highly motived working independently and efficiently on multiple tasks and issues.
How to Apply:
Cover letter required - Failure to submit the required cover letter will remove your application from consideration. Note: Your cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
If you are an Internal State Employee applying to this LD you must also submit your managers approval with your application.
Current State of Oregon employees – You must apply through your employee Workday account.
Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date.
Salary determination:
Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis for starting salary will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the submitted materials and the time of application. No other documents will be accepted after submission of application. Please include any relevant information and materials if you wish to be compensated accordingly.
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: [email protected]
- Relocation assistance may be available per agency policy 40.055.10 for current or recalled employees or 40.055.20 for new employees. Please discuss details with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODF will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- Veterans - Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. 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: [email protected]
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a closely related natural resource area
- Three years of experience in Forestry or a closely related natural resource area
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for operating a state vehicle
- Cover letter
- Manager approval for internal state employees applying to the limited-duration position
- Experience with computers and GIS, including ESRI GIS and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with forest management, including timber sale layout, cruising, logging system design, stand exam plots, and reforestation
- Ability to gather and analyze technical or scientific information and make recommendations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience writing clear and concise status, summary, technical, or narrative reports
- Ability to work independently and efficiently on multiple tasks and issues
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