Forest Officer - Philomath, Dallas, Newport

* Perform forest fire suppression activities.* Perform pre-suppression readiness activities.* Perform fire prevention and education activities.* Assist with grounds and facility maintenance.* Perform forest tasks involving slash burning, pre-commercial thinning, road brushing, etc.* **Forestry knowledge**: Understanding Forest management practices and related regulations.* **Fire management**: Fire Management, suppression, and safety, which includes fire knowledge and handling.* **Equipment operation**: Proficiency with forestry tools such as chainsaws, portable pumps, various fire engines, GPS and mapping software as well as various types of forestry or fire fighting vehicles.* **Communicating: experience:** Clear and effective communication skills and ability to handle conflict with team members.* 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: Philomath: Dallas: Newport: * 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 – 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: .* If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact:
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