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Forest Officer - Philomath, Dallas, Newport

Philomath, Oregon

Hiring company: Forestry Department

About the role

Initial Posting Date:
01/05/2026

Application Deadline:
04/30/2026

Agency:
Forestry Department

Salary Range:
$4,824.00 - $7,365.00

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Forest Officer - Philomath, Dallas, Newport

Job Description:
Real Jobs. Real Impact. Are you up to the Challenge?

Our Mission– To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians.

As Oregon’s largest fire department, ODF's Fire Protection Program protects 16 million acres of forest. These lands consist of privately owned forests as well as some public lands, including state-owned forests and, by contract, US Bureau of Land Management forests in western Oregon. ODF's firefighting policy is straightforward: Put out fires quickly at the smallest possible size. Most of the land protected by the agency is working forests that produce revenue and support jobs. It is crucial to prevent fire damage to the timber resource that is an essential element of Oregon’s economy. This aggressive approach to firefighting safeguards ecosystem values such as fish and wildlife habitats. We invite you to join us in this effort. If you are interested, please submit your application.

Click here: ODF Seasonal Wildland Fire Video

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.

Great Benefits Package - watch this video

Forest Officer – Minimum Qualifications

Forest Officer – Four seasons in wildland fire suppression

OR

Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field and one season of wildland fire suppression.
Note: Successful applicants must take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the arduous level if selected for employment.

Note: You must obtain the Class B Warden certification within the trial service period
Note: Applicants must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire.

**We may consider applicants that do not have 4 seasons, if not able to fill at the qualified level.

General Duties:

  • 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.

Skills we are looking for.

  • 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.

Note: Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.

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

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.

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Location
Philomath, Oregon
Employer
Forestry Department
Schedule
Contract
Work mode
On-site
Category
Education
Pay
$4,824.00 - $7,365.00
Posted
Jan 9, 2026

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