Initial Posting Date:

03/10/2026

Application Deadline:

04/09/2026

Agency:

Forestry Department

Salary Range:

$3,642 - $4,954

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Forest Management Technician - Recreation (non-motorized trails) Forest Grove

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Filling a Recreation Technician - Non-motorized trails position located in Forest Grove. Position will run from April 15 to October 31st, 2026. The job announcement will close on April 9, 2026, or until filled.

Don't wait to apply! We look forward to hearing from you soon! For questions on these positions, or in general, please contact Jahmaal Rebb (Hiring Manager). Jahmaal.Rebb@ODF.Oregon.gov

Our Mission – To serve the people of Oregon by protecting, managing, and promoting stewardship of Oregon's forests to enhance environmental, economic, and community sustainability.

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Your New Role – Forest Management Technician - Recreation Technician (Non-motorized Trails)

As a Forest Management Technician, you will support the management of non-motorized trails and related public-use activities across State Forests Division lands. The Forest Management Technician (Non-motorized Trails) conducts field construction and maintenance activities, engages partners and the public, supports volunteer stewardship, and helps ensure safe, sustainable recreation aligned with REI Program goals and ODF policies. Duties Include:

• Conduct trail maintenance and repair, including, but not limited to, tread repair, brushing, and construction of trail infrastructure.
• Conduct trail inspections; identify maintenance needs, hazards, resource concerns, and required mitigation.
• Report project and maintenance activity to the Non-motorized Trails Coordinator.
• Assist Non-motorized Trails Coordinator with the development and implementation of project plans for trail maintenance and trail improvement projects.

Forest Management Technician - Minimum Qualifications:

Eighteen months of experience working in the field of Parks and Recreation Administration, Outdoor Recreation Management, Recreation Planning, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or Forestry Education and Interpretation.

OR
Associate degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Outdoor Recreation Management, Recreation Planning, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Studies, Forestry; or a related natural resource field of study.

OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requested Skills:

• Experience maintaining non-motorized trails, trailheads, and public use areas.

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to provide exceptional customer service in a public setting.

• Motivated individual with the ability to set daily goals and to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned tasks independently with general direction and minimal supervision.

• Good computer skill and the ability to work effectively with a variety programs (i.e., Microsoft Office, Excel, Geographic Info Systems/GIS.)

• Ability to walk on rough terrain or uneven slopes and trails, stoop or bend around structures or equipment or climb up/down ladders or equipment.

• Ability to responsibly and safely operate trail maintenance equipment assigned to complete a specified task.

​Driver’s License Check - This position requires the operation of a state vehicle for the purpose of conducting official State business. If your license is from outside Oregon, you must submit at least a three-year court/DMV printout. If you have an Oregon driver’s license, a record check will be conducted on top candidate to ensure a valid license and acceptable driving record.

How to Apply:

Required: Submit a resume and cover letter with your application. If you need assistance attaching documents, contact: Kathie.a.brostrom@odf.oregon.gov

• 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.

Additional Details:

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• If you have questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Jahmaal.Rebb@ODF.Oregon.gov

• 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: kathie.a.brostrom@odf.oregon.gov

ODF is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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.