Forest Manager 2 - Unit Forester (Wallowa)

Forestry Department; Wallowa (OR); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Oregon Department of Forestry seeks a Forest Manager 2 - Unit Forester (Wallowa) to lead protection from fire and forest resources across an assigned unit. The role supervises a diverse team and steers unit plans, strategies, and resource allocations to align with agency goals.

The position emphasizes leadership, accountability, and performance oversight to achieve organizational outcomes, with a focus on collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of natural resource experience in areas such as wildland fire suppression, forest management, which include assisting with development of program rules, policies, long- and short-range goals and plans, program evaluation and budget preparation.
• Or Bachelor’s degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field with three (3) years of natural resource experience including development of program rules, policies, long- and short-range goals and plans, program evaluation and budget preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Protection from Fire and Forest Resources Programs within an assigned geographic Unit.
• Supervise managers and a diverse workforce of administrative, technical, professional, skilled, and unskilled employees.
• Develop, review, and implement Unit-level plans, strategies, and resource allocations.
• Oversee program operations to ensure alignment with agency goals, strategic priorities, and Board of Forestry direction.
• Provide leadership, accountability, and performance oversight to achieve organizational objectives and program outcomes.

Skills

Natural resource experience

Leadership

Communication

Budget preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 11/10/2026 Application Deadline: 11/24/2026 Agency: Forestry Department Salary Range: $6,507 - $10,076 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Forest Manager 2 - Unit Forester (Wallowa) Job Description: Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!

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

The Benefits of Joining Our Team: 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! Click here.

Please note that the anticipated start date for this position will occur after December 31, 2026.

What we are looking for:

• Manage all Protection from Fire and Forest Resources Programs within an assigned geographic Unit.
• Supervise managers and a diverse workforce of administrative, technical, professional, skilled, and unskilled employees.
• Develop, review, and implement Unit-level plans, strategies, and resource allocations.
• Oversee program operations to ensure alignment with agency goals, strategic priorities, and Board of Forestry direction.
• Provide leadership, accountability, and performance oversight to achieve organizational objectives and program outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) years of natural resource experience in areas such as wildland fire suppression, forest management, etc., which include assisting with a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation; OR Bachelor's degree in forestry or closely related natural resources field AND three (3) years of natural resource experience in areas such as wildland fire suppression, or forest management which includes which include assisting with a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation.

Note: 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.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships and partnerships with diverse stakeholders to include other government agencies, non‑profits and tribal governments.
• Effective communicator.
• Ability to provide information to supervisors, co‑workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e‑mail, or in person.
• Experience with supervision of seasonal, technical, and professional level workforce including sub‑ordinate managers.
• Ability to set priorities during high stress, crisis management, fire, and other emergency situations.
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Agency Administrator Experience

Salary Determination: 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 application. Please include any relevant information and materials if you wish to be compensated accordingly.

Additional Details:

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is management service and is not represented by a Union. If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Justin Lauer, [e-mail]. Relocation assistance may be available per agency policy 40.055.10 for current or recalled employees or 40.055.20 for new employees. Please discuss details with the hiring manager during the recruitment process. The Oregon Department of Forestry does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODF will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Veterans - Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (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: [e-mail]. ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and …

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