Entry Level Relocation Assistance Jobs in Medford, OR

Initial Posting Date: 08/27/2026

Application Deadline: 09/09/2026

Agency: Forestry Department

Salary Range: $4,050 - $5,879

Position Type: Employee Position Title: Natural Resource Specialist 1 - FFR Forester - Limited Duration

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! This is a limited duration with a rotation opportunity (internal state employees). This position may end 7/1/2027, and has the potential to become permanent. The position will be located in Grants Pass.

To protect and promote resilient forests that benefit all Oregonians.

• 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!

As the Natural Resource Specialist 1, you will assist the Unit Forester in the accomplishing of Federal Forest Restoration management objectives. These objectives and related duties are in the areas of Timber Sale Preparation, Administration of Timber Sale Contracts, Forest Management Planning, Reforestation and Intensive Management, and general Forest Administration. The primary emphasis of this position is on Timber Sale Preparation.

• A bachelor's degree in Forestry or closely related Natural Resource Area OR Three years of experience in Forestry or a closely related Natural Resource Area.

• Skill gathering and analyzing technical or scientific information and drawing conclusions or making recommendations.
• Skill communicating verbally and in writing with a variety of people to answer questions and explain information.
• Skill writing clear and concise status, summary, technical, or narrative reports.
• Displays experience in computers and GIS. This includes experience with software such as ESRI GIS, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook).
• Has a strong background in forest management including timber sale layout, cruising, logging system design, stand exam plots, reforestation, and other related activities.
• Demonstrates the ability to be highly motivated working independently and efficiently on multiple tasks and issues.

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.

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