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Are you an experienced natural resource manager with a passion for forest and ecosystem management? Apply to be our Elliott State Research Forest Manager by September 15th, 2024! Make a Difference for Oregon. The Department of State Lands (DSL) manages the lands that help fund our public schools and protects the state\'s waterways and wetlands for the many benefits they provide. Our stewardship ensures vital natural and financial resources contribute to a vibrant, healthy Oregon now and forever. The DSL team makes a difference for Oregonians every day. As the Elliott State Research Forest Manager, you will too. At the Land Board\'s direction, DSL has been advancing a collaborative effort to transition the Elliott State Forest to a research forest and an internationally important center for forest science and management. DSL is now hiring a team of staff who will work with current DSL staff as well as external partners to stand up DSL\'s program for operational management of the Elliott State Research Forest. This new program is located within DSL\'s Land Management Division. The Elliott State Research Forest Manager will advance work with local, statewide, national, and international implications of great interest to the public, Tribes, industries, organizations, government agencies, science and research entities, and landowners or people concerned about forest management, forest products, conservation, recreation, education and other values both on and beyond the Elliott. This is a full-time position within the Department and is not represented by a union. This position is supported by existing legislative funding and is expected to become permanent. What\'s in it for you? Serve as the Manager for the Elliott State Research Forest, leading a newly established team in managing a world-class research forest. Join an organization with smart, driven, co-workers who care about Oregon\'s economy, environment, and communities, and their co-workers. Gain full benefits with 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid by the agency for full-time employees, including mental health coverage. Accrue 8 hours of sick leave and at least 10 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years. Receive 11 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 3 personal business days and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans. Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service. Earn the initial monthly salary range for this position starting at \$6,901 - \$10,674 for employees new to DSL; as a current PERS participating member, start at \$7,380-\$11,417. This position will be located within the communities surrounding Elliott State Research Forest, to be discussed and determined upon hire. This position is eligible for hybrid remote work. Preference may be given to applicants already located or willing to relocate within Coos or Douglas county. For full details and application, go to: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SORExternalCareerSite/job/Elliott-State-Research-Forest-ManagerREQ-163865