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Are you experienced in natural resource management and passionate about safeguarding wetlands and waterways? Apply to be our next Wetland Ecologist by May 7th, 2024! This position is eligible for a hybrid remote schedule and as a job rotation option for current state employees. Make a Difference for Oregon. The Department of State Lands 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 our Wetland Ecologist (Natural Resource Specialist 3), you will too. The primary purpose of this position is to review wetland delineation reports for accuracy and determine state jurisdiction. The successful candidate will also make wetland determinations, conduct on-site evaluations, review notices and inventories and provide education and outreach about Oregon\'s wetlands and waterways. What\'s in it for you? Utilize your skills and experience in natural resource management to protect Oregon\'s waterways and wetlands through the state\'s removal-fill laws while engaging the public and local governments. Join our team of collaborative and engaged 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 8 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 medical, vision and dental benefits, including flexible spending plans. Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service. Possibly qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Earn the initial monthly salary range for this position starting at \$4,993 - \$7,641 for employees new to public service. After 6 months, you will receive a 6.95% increase with 6% going to your PERS retirement. Current PERS employees start at \$5,340- \$8,172. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details. This position is statewide and will report directly to our main Salem office. This is a full-time, limited duration position that is expected to end on or before June 30th, 2025. Limited duration appointments are benefits eligible and have a designated maximum length of service. This position has the potential to become permanent. This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Current state employees are encouraged to apply to this position as a job rotation by including written approval from their current supervisor. Working Conditions: The successful candidate will work in a hybrid office setting... For full details and to apply, please go to:https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SORExternalCareerSite/job/Salem--DSL/Wetland-Ecologist----Limited-Duration-Job-RotationREQ-154366?q=wetland%20ecolo