Forest Officer - Forest Grove

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This range is provided by State of Oregon. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Initial Posting Date: 01/05/2026

Final date to receive applications: 04/30/2026

Agency:
Forestry Department

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

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Forest Officer - Forest Grove

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.

Great Benefits Package – watch this video.

• Forest Officer – Four seasons in wildland fire suppression
• 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.

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You must obtain the Class B Warden certification within the trial service period.

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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 four seasons if not able to fill at the qualified level.

• 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, and various types of forestry or fire‑fighting vehicles.
• Communicating:
  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 does not reflect the COLA.

• 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.

• 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:
  Collin.
  
  F.Neysgon.
  
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• 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 service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications 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 Veterans Resources website.
• If you have questions about the job announcement or need an alternate format to apply, please contact:
  Kathie.a.brostromgon.gov

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