Forest Inventory Team Member
Quick answer
American Conservation Experience is hiring two in-office/field-based Forest Inventory Team Members in McKenzie Bridge, OR, paying $880 per week to support U.S. Forest Service reforestation research.
- Role
- Forest Inventory Team Member
- Organization
- American Conservation Experience
- Location
- McKenzie Bridge, Oregon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $880 per week
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The American Conservation Experience is seeking two Forest Inventory Team Members to assist the U.S. Forest Service with the ENAMES reforestation research project. Members will travel throughout western Oregon and eastern Washington to locate experimental plots, download sensor data, and measure tree seedling growth and survival. This 15-week role provides field experience in forest ecology and land management while supporting critical research on forest resilience.
What you'll do
- Travel to research sites in Oregon and Washington using a USFS vehicle
- Locate and measure tree seedling conditions within experimental plots
- Download data from environmental sensors
- Enter field data into GIS software via tablets
- Collaborate with USFS staff to maintain experimental site integrity
What it takes
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record (must be 21+)
- Ability to hike over rough, steep terrain in adverse weather conditions
- Capacity to work effectively both independently and within a team
- Willingness to pass a criminal history check
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Housing provided at no cost at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, project travel assistance for site locations in Washington, and comprehensive training on Forest Service equipment and data collection protocols.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is a field-based role that requires travel to sites throughout Oregon and Washington with housing provided at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest.
What is the compensation for this role?
Team members receive a living allowance of $880 per week to offset food and incidental expenses.
What qualifications are required?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a background check, and the physical capability to hike and work in rugged field conditions.
How do I apply for this position?
Submit your resume, a cover letter highlighting your experience, and contact information for three professional references through the American Conservation Experience online application page.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Conservation Experience's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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