Silviculture & Vegetation Management Program Manager

Overview

The OSU Research Forests were donated to the College of Forestry to serve as living laboratories and outdoor classrooms for students, researchers and managers to learn about forest ecosystems and management. OSU utilizes the Research Forests to find new ways to sustainably manage forests for conservation, education, business and recreation. Our forests proudly serve as a refuge for the community to connect with nature, learn about our ecosystems and enjoy favorite outdoor activities.

All operations on the forests, including recreation and trails, are self-funded through timber harvests.

The Silviculture & Vegetation Management Program Manager (SVMP Manager) provides leadership and management of their programs, including post-harvest reforestation, young stand management, competing vegetation control, pre-commercial thinning, young stand inventories and control of invasive plant species. The SVMP Manager serves as a member of the College Research Forests management team, reporting to the Associate Director of Operations, and is responsible for young stand silviculture and vegetation management in support of the College’s teaching, research, outreach and demonstration mission.

The SVMP Manager will spend a significant amount of time working in the Blodgett Research Forest and Tualatin Mountain Forest (Columbia and Multnomah Counties). The SVMP Manager is expected to contribute to a welcoming and supportive working environment, embracing the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion.

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Forestry or a closely related natural resources field
• Five years of professional forestry experience, at least three years post-graduation and in young stand management
• Proficient in using ESRI ArcGIS (or other GIS software and ability to learn and use ArcGIS Pro)
• Active Oregon pesticide applicator’s license (forest category) or ability to acquire within six months of start date
• Demonstrated knowledge and field experience with young stand silviculture and management, including reforestation and competing vegetation control
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pacific Northwest vegetation and forest dynamics
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and budgeting skills to manage multiple projects with varying priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and in situations where there may be conflict
• Demonstrated experience developing, awarding and overseeing forest management contracts
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals with diverse backgrounds and different communication styles