Natural Resource Specialist ; Astoria

Initial Posting Date: 07/22/2026

Final date to receive applications: 08/05/2026

Agency:
Forestry Department

Salary Range: $4,519 - $6,276

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Astoria)

To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians.

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!

ODF is looking for a Natural Resource Specialist 1 to support the Astoria District’s reforestation program by planning, implementing, and tracking silvicultural and site‑preparation activities that align with the Northwest Oregon State Forests Management Plan and the Astoria District Implementation Plan. The role ensures that reforestation operations, contract administration, and forest stand data are effectively managed to meet the district’s long‑term forest management goals.

• Develop and implement young stand management activities such as tree planting, thinning, vegetation control, and stand surveys to support district reforestation goals.

• Identify and assess areas requiring reforestation or silvicultural treatment using maps, aerial imagery, and field surveys.

• Coordinate and conduct site‑preparation operations, including slash burning, pile burning, excavator piling, and aerial herbicide applications, while maintaining all related equipment.

• Administer reforestation‑related contracts by performing field inspections, preparing monthly reports, and recommending adjustments or actions as needed.

• Create and maintain accurate reforestation and silvicultural records, manage district data in ArcGIS/Arc Pro and Excel, and monitor work for consistency with accepted standards.

• Support wildfire suppression, participate in public education activities, and serve as Astoria’s representative for equipment development projects.

Three years of experience in Forestry or a closely related natural resource field;
OR

A bachelor's degree in Forestry or a closely related natural resource field.

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.

• Shows a strong background in reforestation methods and young stand maintenance. This includes experience conducting/coordinating stocking surveys, planting inspections, herbicide applications, or pre-commercial thinning operations.

• Displays an intermediate level of experience in computers and GIS. This includes experience with software such as ESRI ArcGIS/Arc Pro, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook).

• The ability to work efficiently in the field, primarily in an arduous work environment.

• Demonstrates ability to be highly motived working independently and efficiently on multiple tasks and issues.

• Skill communicating verbally and in writing with a variety of people to answer questions and explain information.

• Skill gathering and analyzing technical or scientific information and drawing conclusions or making recommendations.

• Ability to effectively administer contracts to ensure contract compliance.

• Must have Oregon Public Pesticide Applicator’s License with Forest and Right of Way Endorsements. (Currently possess or attain within 6 months of hire.)

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…