Job Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Ashland, Oregon
Salary: $55,000-$65,000/year
Overview:
Lomakatsi Restoration Project, a non-profit organization based in Ashland, Oregon, seeks a qualified forestry professional with demonstrated experience in restoration forestry and project management to join our growing team for full-time employment. This position will have the opportunity to work across the diverse ecosystems of Oregon and Northern California, in partnership with Tribes, federal, state and municipal agencies, and other nongovernmental organizations to design and implement forest restoration projects as part of large-scale stewardship initiatives.
Applicants should be skilled and experienced in performing a variety of essential forestry tasks including using GIS to prepare project maps, conducting forest inventories, and managing and analyzing data. Applicants should also be experienced in developing forest stewardship and conservation activity plans in collaboration with diverse partners, and in overseeing implementation of ecologically based restoration prescriptions on-the-ground.
The majority of this individual’s work will be done in the field, working independently or with other technical forestry personnel and specialists. The remaining office time will be dedicated to producing maps, plans and reports. This position is based out of Ashland, Oregon, with travel (sometimes overnight) required as needed to Lomakatsi’s project sites across Oregon and Northern California.
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills:
BS degree in Forestry and/or demonstrated equivalent experience
A minimum 3-5 years of field work experience in applied forestry
Experience with Esri ArcGIS and ability to produce maps
Practical knowledge of forestry operations and stewardship-based fuel reduction projects
Experience working in collaborative partnerships with agencies, tribal natural resource departments, landowners, and community members
Competency in the use of technical forestry equipment: GPS/GIS, navigation, data gathering/processing, Relaskop, compass, increment borer, densiometer, and clinometer
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and work performed in a network environment
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Possession of a valid driver’s license
Physically fit to orient, navigate and hike in rough terrain using map, compass and GPS
Ability to identify native trees and shrubs
Flexibility to work variable hours and travel
To Apply:
Please provide:
Cover Letter and Resume
Work samples or certificates that demonstrate practical experience in the field
Three current professional references
Send to jobs@lomakatsi.org with subject “Restoration Forester” No phone calls please. Due to the high number of applicants, only considered applicants will be contacted for an interview opportunity. Position open until filled, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP.
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