Oregon State University · 8 hours ago
Silviculture & Vegetation Management Program Manager
Corvallis, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expOregon State University is seeking a Silviculture & Vegetation Management Program Manager to provide leadership and management for their programs. The role involves overseeing young stand silviculture and vegetation management in support of the College’s teaching, research, outreach, and demonstration mission.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership for young stand silviculture and vegetation management programs
Prepare and administer contracts for herbicide application, seed and seedling acquisition, planting, planting inspection, pre-commercial thinning and slash mitigation. Conduct show-me trips, evaluate bids and hire and oversee contractors
Plan and implement vegetation management treatments, including herbicide applications for invasive plant species and forestry site preparation and release. Conduct small-scale treatments and oversee large-scale treatments using contractors
Order, track and inspect tree seed and seedlings to maintain quality stock for planting operations
Prepare, implement and administer pre-commercial thinning contracts, including collecting stocking densities and setting prescriptions
Communicate with nurseries and arrange for pick-up or delivery of seedlings; manage tree seedling storage and planting site delivery
Oversee planting, performance and quality control standards for planting contractors
Design and implement treatments to control invasive species and increase the presence of native vegetation, including herbaceous plants and shrubs
Document slash loading in recently harvested areas; mitigate slash through traditional methods (burning) or alternative methods (mulching/mastication); complete Oregon Department of Forestry’s required notification and planning process for slash pile burning
Conduct young tree survival surveys in recently planted areas
Ensure planting and herbicide application are compliant with state and federal regulations, including the Oregon Forest Practices Act and EPA Worker Protection Standard
Work with Recreation Program to coordinate public outreach for herbicide application and slash pile burning
Participate in applicable co-ops that promote and enhance vegetation management and tree seed/seedling growth improvements, including the Vegetation Management Research Cooperative (VMRC), Northwest Tree Improvement Cooperative (NWTIC), Redwood Tree Improvement Cooperative (RWTIC) and J.E. Schroeder Seedling Nursery
Collaborate with an advisory committee to create an invasive species mitigation plan for the Research Forests
Review and recommend strategies to prevent establishment of invasive species
Implement a procedure for surveying and monitoring invasive species populations
As time allows, attend Cooperative Weed Management Area meetings
Co-manage roadside spray program with Research Forest Engineer
Assist other Research Forest staff with herbicide planning and prescriptions, including roadside and recreation applications
Hire and train student employees (graduate and undergraduate students; up to five at a time); plan, assign and review work performed by student workers
Establish performance goals and assess results; discipline up to and including dismissal, in compliance with University policies and procedures
Support an inclusive work environment and engage in education and training to develop competency for leadership in a diverse community
Identify projects; write, solicit (in coordination with OSU’s Procurement and Contract Services) and implement contracts; supervise contractors
Participate in staff meetings, engage in performance evaluations, undertake regular communications (internal and external) and participate in annual budgeting exercises
Assist with new and on-going research, as available and requested
Lead and collaborate with teams developing projects and programs
Maintain public pesticide applicator’s license (forest category) and complete required annual training credits; ensure compliance with state and federal mandates, including EPA’s Worker Protection Standard; train Research Forests staff on herbicide safety and post and maintain herbicide application records
Collaborate with all staff on public outreach that supports field projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Forestry or a closely related natural resources field
Five years of professional forestry experience, at least three years of which must be post-graduation and in young stand management
Proficient in using ESRI ArcGIS (or other GIS software and ability to learn and use ArcGIS Pro)
Active Oregon pesticide applicator's license (forest category) or ability to acquire within six months of start date
Demonstrated knowledge and field experience with young stand silviculture and management, including reforestation and competing vegetation control
Demonstrated knowledge of Pacific Northwest vegetation and forest dynamics
Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills
Demonstrated organizational and budgeting skills to manage multiple projects with varying priorities
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and in situations where there may be conflict
Demonstrated experience developing, awarding and overseeing forest management contracts
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals with diverse backgrounds and different communication styles
Preferred
Master of Science (M.S.) Degree in Forestry or a Master of Forestry (M.F.) Degree
Experience setting herbicide prescriptions, safely and effectively implementing herbicide applications and assessing herbicide efficacy
Excellent geospatial skills, including use of computer-based and field-based mapping and GIS
Demonstrated experience in young stand inventory and evaluation, including recognition of pest, pathogen and abiotic stressors
Experience writing and implementing silvicultural prescriptions, particularly those addressing issues in young (frequently dense) stands
Experience mitigating slash and slash pile burning
Experience supervising student employees, seasonal workers and/or contractors
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Company
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research university that offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$94.53MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of EnergyNational Safety Council
2025-01-13Grant· $11.9M
2024-12-04Grant· $0.5M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Mike Green
Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Kimya Massey
Deputy Athletic Director/COO at Oregon State University Athletics
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