July 14, 2026 3:30 a.m. 

Officials with Bureau of Land Management have launched a hiring opportunity to boost staffing related to critical priorities, including domestic timber production.

BLM Northwest Oregon District Manager Matt Betenson said using direct hire authorities, the agency aims to hire about 130 forestry technicians, survey technicians, and equipment operators across western Oregon. Betenson said emphasis will be placed on hiring local community members through the use of the new Field Unit Local hiring authority.

As part of this effort, the BLM will host an informational job fair. Current BLM employees will be on hand to speak with potential applicants about the types of jobs available and how to apply. The job fair will be at WorkSource Land at 2510 Oakmont Way in Eugene on Saturday, July 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For more information about the event and the opportunity, go to: https://www.blm.gov/office/roseburg-district-office