Assistant Professor; Practice): Urban Forestry Specialist

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The
Oregon State University
Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society and the Department of Forestry & Natural Resources Extension invite applications for two full-time
Assistant Professors of Practice – Urban Forestry Extension Specialist
positions.

Given that the majority of the global and U.S. population lives in cities, there is increasing demand for urban forestry professionals who can help cities plan and maintain a sustainable and resilient community in the face of changing environmental and social conditions. These positions will provide online instruction and extension in some combination of the following topics: urban forestry principles, arboriculture, tree health, climate-resilient landscaping, climate change mitigation through urban vegetation, green space development, wildland-urban interface issues.

green infrastructure, planning, policy, environmental justice, management, and leadership. The incumbent will be a member of the Forest Ecosystems and Society (FES) Department, which provides education, outreach, and research in the areas of forest science, natural resources, tourism, recreation, and adventure leadership. The incumbent will also contribute to the Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR) Extension team that provides non-credit learning experiences on forestry and natural resource issues to a wide range of audiences.

The incumbent will be expected to:

Teach online undergraduate and graduate courses on urban forestry, green infrastructure and other related natural resource topics. The faculty member should inspire students to engage critically with diverse knowledge systems and foster an inclusive learning environment. Teaching will occur via Ecampus, contributing to the undergraduate Natural Resources program, Graduate Certificate in Urban Forestry, and Master of Natural Resources programs. Provide non-credit learning experiences through Extension programming by identifying and addressing clientele needs and delivering non-formal learning opportunities such as presentations, workshops, field trips, tours and demonstrations, as well as educational communications such as peer-reviewed publications, podcasts, social media posts, videos, and web and newsletter articles.

Conduct research or scholarship centered on urban forestry, arboriculture, or similar topics Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students. The faculty member will support students’ academic and professional growth. Actively participate in departmental, college, and university service initiatives to advance our mission and objectives. Demonstrate a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice (DEIJ) issues in all aspects of academic and professional life.

This includes promoting an inclusive and welcoming environment for students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and helping build allyships across cultures.

Oregon State University is committed to creating and maintaining compassionate and inclusive learning and working environments for all learners, visitors, and employees. We envision collaborative community environments that enhance civility and embrace diversity. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language Access regulations. In addition, faculty members will design, develop, maintain and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation.

To learn more about the OSU Division of Extension and Engagement’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Unit, please visit our website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). . Also, please see OSU Moving Forward Together: .

This faculty member embeds the commitment of the university to a collaborative and inclusive community in all interactions and duties performed while fostering a welcoming and respectful workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

40% Teaching and Advising

Teach 1–2 online (Ecampus) classes per term, approximately 15-20 quarter credits per year, including online undergraduate and graduate level courses in topics such as urban forestry, arboriculture, green infrastructure, and urban forest data analysis. Develop and/or redevelop on-line (ECampus) courses as needed. Supervise a Graduate Teaching Assistant as needed. Participate in FES graduate or undergraduate programs through mentoring and advising of students and serving on student committees.

40% Extension

Design, deliver, and evaluate non-credit educational programs and events, such as workshops, short courses, seminars, field tours, webinars, web-based instructional modules, and presentations on subjects important to clientele, using a diversity of…