Deadline: Mon, 04/22/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: OSU College of Forestry and OSU Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location: Oregon Location Detail: Oregon Job Description: The Oregon State University Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society in the College of Forestry is recruiting a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Assistant Professor of Practice Urban Forestry and Outreach Engagement Specialist. There is increasing demand for urban foresters who can help cities plan and maintain a sustainable and resilient community in the face of changing environmental and social conditions. This position will provide instruction and extension in urban forestry, green infrastructure, planning, policy, environmental justice, management, and leadership. The incumbent will be a member of the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society (FES) and will also contribute to the Forestry and Natural Resources Extension (FNR) team that provides non-credit learning experiences on forestry and natural resource issues to a wide range of audiences. The specialist will be expected to teach online undergraduate and graduate courses on urban forestry, green infrastructure and other related natural resource topics, conduct research and scholarship centered on urban forestry, arboriculture, or similar topics, and advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students. The specialist will also provide Extension programming such as workshops, field trips, property tours and demonstrations, and provide communications through peer-reviewed publications, podcasts, newsletter articles, and media posts. Expectations are 50% teaching and advising, 25% Extension programming, 15% research and scholarship, and 10% service and professional development. Oregon State University is committed to creating and maintaining compassionate and inclusive learning and working environments for all learners, visitors, and employees. We envision collaborative community environments that enhance civility and embrace diversity. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language Access regulations. This individual will design, develop, and maintain and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation. For information on how to apply, visit https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/151446 Application deadline: April 8, 2024 (full consideration), April 22, 2024 (final closing). OSU is an AA/EOE fair chance employer. For outlets with very restrictive word limits Oregon State University invites applications for a full time Assistant Professor of Practice Urban Forestry Outreach and Engagement Specialist. We seek an individual who can provide instruction and extension in urban forestry, green infrastructure, planning, policy, environmental justice, management, and leadership. Expectations are 50% teaching and advising, 25% Extension programming, 15% research and scholarship, and 10% service and professional development. To review the posting and apply, visit https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/151446 Application deadline: April 8, 2024 (full consideration), April 22, 2024 (final closing). OSU is an AA/EOE fair chance employer. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: - Master’s degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Urban Forestry, Landscape Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, or a closely related discipline at time of hire. - Instructional experience in urban forestry or a closely related field. - Experience conducting urban forestry outreach or partnership activities and consensus building with diverse audiences or organizations. - Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of types of learners in diverse settings such as classrooms and online for-credit education opportunities, or non-credit learning opportunities such as presentations, workshops, field trips, demonstrations, and continuing professional development. - Demonstrable commitment to promote and enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion, including the ability to work with diverse faculty, students, industry clientele, and stakeholders. - Potential to conduct or support scholarly or applied research. - Excellent written and oral communication skills Miscellaneous: OSU is recruiting for 2 Assistant Professor positions in Urban Forestry; one technical Extension Specialist; one Outreach & Engagement Specialist. Please see the OSU Jobs page (https://jobs.oregonstate.edu) to view both postings and application instructions. Priority consideration deadline: April 8, 2024 Final closing: April 22, 2024 Salary: Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and experience. Benefits: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • 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. Future OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. How to Apply: To view the position description and apply, visit https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/151446
