Coordinator -Master Woodland Manager and WOWNet Programs

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: about 15 hours ago
Location: Oregon City, OREGON
Deadline: 10 Aug 2025

Position Details
Position Information


Department Forestry & Natrl Res Ext (FOR)
Position Title Coordinator-Outreach Program
Job Title Coordinator -Master Woodland Manager and WOWNet Programs
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Oregon
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes
Job Summary
The Division of Extension and Engagement’s Forestry and Natural Resources Extension Program is seeking a Coordinator for the Master Woodland Manager and Women Owning Woodlands Network programs. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

This position with the Oregon State University Extension Service, Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Program is responsible for coordination of two statewide programs, Master Woodland Manager (MWM) and Women Owning Woodlands Network (WOWNet).

The MWM and WOWNet educational training programs aim to support woodland owners in making sound decisions about the management of forest resources.
  • The MWM program provides an in-depth learning experience for owners of small woodland acreages through modules on a variety of topics relevant to forest management. Upon completion of the MWM training, individuals join a network of volunteers expected to share their new knowledge with others.
  • WOWNet is a peer-learning network intended for women interested in learning and sharing knowledge on woodland management, in recognition of the growing number of women becoming primary managers/owners of farms and forests who often lack the social capital, knowledge, and access to resources that allow them to be successful. Through peer-learning, many sources of knowledge and forest management are blended to ultimately empower individuals and strengthen the family forestland owner community.


Both programs are delivered in a manner consistent with best practices in the field of non-formal, non-credit adult education and respectful of local norms and culture.
The MWM/WOWNet Coordinator is tasked with all day-to-day coordination of these two externally funded outreach programs, including the planning and scheduling of all learning events; facilitation and occasional teaching of events; marketing and recruiting of clientele to events through social media, web sites, newsletters and other correspondence; recordkeeping through maintenance of participant databases, volunteer service tracking, and quarterly reporting of activities and accomplishments; and growing the programs by envisioning and hosting new educational offerings. The individual in this position must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, community partners, and woodland owners.
This Coordinator position is part of the Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Program (FNR) and reports directly to the FNR Program Leader. FNR faculty teach, develop teaching materials, create scholarship and deliver programs that collectively reach thousands of adult learners annually through locally based programming in every county in Oregon (https://www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/forestry-and-natural-resources ).
The Division of Extension and Engagement (division) is core to Oregon State University’s mission. The division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The division is aligned under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement. To learn more about our division and its core units and initiatives, please visit: https://engagement.oregonstate.edu/ .
Oregon State University strives to ensure that all educational programs, services, activities, and materials we offer to the public are identified, developed, delivered, and evaluated in an accessible, inclusive, equitable, and socially just manner. OSU division’s educational programs, services, activities, and materials are available to all people. OSU division prohibits discrimination in all its programs, services, activities, and materials. All employees are responsible for and expected to comply with Civil Rights obligations and actively work to expand access to all eligible populations.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:

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.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
The Master Woodland Manager (MWM)/Women Owning Woodlands Network (WOWNet) Coordinator embeds the commitment of the university to a collaborative and inclusive community in all interactions and duties performed. This individual ensures that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including urban, rural, and those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation. Our program objective is to create opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and these activities will be included in the annual plan of work, impact statements, and summary of accomplishments/achievements.
60% – Program Delivery & Management
Master Woodland Manager (MWM) -The suite of MWM courses is offered in different counties in Oregon on a rotating basis.
  • Coordinate one or more suite of MWM courses each year by working with county-based Extension foresters throughout the state.
  • Work with Extension foresters to keep the MWM core curriculum relevant to the needs of the participants and the different regions of the state.
  • Coordinate the scheduling of instructors (topic area specialists) for each course/module within the MWM course.
  • Provide technical and educational resources and maintain online learning materials in the Canvas platform.
  • Create and/or promote continuing education opportunities for past participants/volunteers.
  • Provide oversight and leadership to volunteers in partnership with FNR faculty.


Women Owning Woodlands Network (WOWNet) –Learning and networking opportunities should be provided throughout the year.
  • Coordinate learning events.
  • Deliver stand-alone WOWNet workshops and classes at Tree Schools.
  • Write articles for the national WOWNet organization.
  • Create networking opportunities.
  • Provide general assistance to the WOWNet community.

For both programs:
  • Maintain MWM and WOWNet databases of participants/volunteers.
  • Produce educational materials such as, but not limited to, regular newsletters.
  • Maintain MWM and WOWNet webpages on the Extension website and engage in social media activities as appropriate.

30% – Organizational Accountability
  • Develop an annual plan of work addressing any emergent needs, routinely evaluate the quality and impact of these programs, and report outputs, outcomes, and impact to the appropriate Oregon State University reporting system as well as to sponsors.
  • Align program level outputs with the overall OSU Extension and University brand in all opportunities.
  • Use technology as a tool to increase the impact of program delivery.
  • Use multiple methods of electronic communication (i.e., websites, publications, social media, video conferencing, and other online methods) to collaborate internally and externally as appropriate.
  • Promote contributions to help support future programming.
  • Manage budgets, prepare quarterly progress and annual reports, and prepare project proposals.

10% – Service and Other
  • Contribute to a welcoming and respectful workplace culture.
  • Build and maintain relationships with landowner participants, volunteers, Extension and College faculty, and community partners.
  • Participate fully as a member of the FNR Extension Team and attend meetings, take on assignments, and otherwise contribute to the functioning of the Program.
  • Participate at the state and national level in promoting the FNR Extension MWM & WOWNet programs and in sharing program success.
  • Serve on local, University, College, Program or Extension committees as appropriate.
  • Participate as appropriate in professional activities and serve on professional associations, organizations, councils, and committees.
  • Develop and maintain a personal professional development plan designed to build core competencies in all aspects of the Extension position, and to enhance justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in programming. Participate in professional development activities annually.
What You Will Need
  • Bachelor’s degree in any field AND three years of Natural Resources experience OR Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: a natural resources field, education, and/or communications AND one year of Natural Resources experience. Degree must be completed by the position start date.
  • Experience in program coordination, management, and delivery.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with audiences with diverse backgrounds and identities, promoting inclusive and accessible opportunity.
  • Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
  • Experience working in teams with other professionals and volunteers.


This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have
  • Demonstrated oral communications, including multi-media presentations for non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated experience in written communications, especially for non-technical audiences.
  • Experience with financial management and record keeping.
  • Experience coordinating and/or facilitating events.
  • Experience coordinating volunteers.
  • Experience working with a variety of natural resource partners, such as representatives of state and federal agency and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • Ability to use multiple forms of electronic communication, including websites, collaborative work platforms, and social media.
  • Ability to accommodate multiple perspectives and learning needs.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
  • Hybrid and/or fully remote work is possible for this position, as agreed on by the employee and supervisor. If desired, office space is available on campus in Corvallis, Oregon. If desired and dependent on availability, this position may also be able to utilize office space at an OSU Extension facility elsewhere.
  • Position requires traveling/driving to deliver educational programming and services throughout the state of Oregon. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends is required, possibly with overnight travel.
  • Ability to work outside in inclement weather and in uneven or rough terrain may be required, according to program needs.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $58,000- $74,000
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/19874

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P09270UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 11/15/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 07/14/2025
Full Consideration Date 08/01/2025
Closing Date 08/10/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by August 1, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position and addresses each qualification.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
Annie Ingersoll
annie.ingersoll@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1727
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .