Forest Officer - Sweet

Overview

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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 - Sweet Home

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

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.

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 also safeguards ecosystem values such as fish and wildlife habitats.

ODF 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!

Benefits: Great Benefits Package - watch this video

• Forest Officer – Four (4) seasons in wildland fire suppression OR bachelor’s degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field and one (1) 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.

• Perform forest fire suppression activities.
• Perform pre-suppression readiness activities.
• Perform fire prevention and education activities.
• Assist with grounds and facility maintenance.
• Occasionally 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, including fire knowledge and handling.
• Equipment operation:
  Proficiency with forestry tools like chainsaws, portable pumps, various fire engines, GPS/mapping software, and various forest or firefighting vehicles.
• Communication:
  Ability to handle conflict with team members, landowners, and leadership.

• Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date.
• Current State of Oregon employees – 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:
  Chad Calderwood, chad.calderwoodgon.gov
• 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 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.
• If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact chris.l.fishergon.gov

EEO Statement: 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.