Forest Management Technician

Initial Posting Date: 01/12/2026 Application Deadline: 01/19/2026 Agency: Forestry Department Salary Range: $3,553 - $4,833 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Forest Management Technician Job

Description:

Welcome to the Oregon Department of Forestry Our Mission – To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians. This position is Hybrid Remote Work. The duties of this position are performed remotely at district locations, as well as our central office in Salem. In addition, the ability to report to Salem and district locations is required when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities.

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 Forest Management Technician you will assist Forest Health staff in conducting statewide ground and aerial surveys to monitor, detect, and evaluate pest populations, trends, and their damage on non-federal forest lands. Duties include: Assist in monitoring overall forest health conditions in the State on all ownerships.

• Assist in applied research projects involving both laboratory and field work while retaining and managing Forest Health records.
• Assist in Data collected from surveys and applied research aids the Department, landowners, and elected officials in developing and implementing management strategies to reduce pest impacts and protect the environment.
• Assist with the forest health tasks associated with program goals and objectives.

Minimum

Qualifications:

Eighteen months of

experience:

working in the field of (insert appropriate field, i.e. reforestation) OR Associate Degree in Forestry, Forest Engineering, Forest Recreation, Fire Protection or a related natural resource field of study OR An equivalent combination of

education:

and

experience:

Note: Driver’s 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 driver’s license, a record check will be conducted on the top candidate to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record.

Desired Skills:

Must be able to identify common indicators of tree damage caused by insects, diseases, animals, or environmental factors. Ability to identify trees and shrubs. Basic knowledge of forest pest surveys and forest inventory field procedures are required. Ability to read and interpret maps and aerial photos.

Ability to work independently at times with limited supervision. May be in continual travel status throughout the state at times. *Note: Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the

compensation:

• plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of XXX.

The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA. How to Apply: 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.

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 as they occur. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

For questions

about:

this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Jessie Ebert jessie.c.ebert@odf.oregon.gov Oregon Department of Forestry 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. Relocation assistance may be available per agency policy 40.055.10 for current or recalled employees or 40.055.20 for new employees.

If you have questions

about:

the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact kathie.a.brostrom@odf.oregon.gov 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 practices. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard.

With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce.

If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate

about:

• helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities.

From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between.

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