OOST Board Member

Board and Commission Member Application

The Oregon Ocean Science Trust (Trust) is seekingvolunteers committed to stewardship of Oregon’s ocean and coastal resources to join the seven-memberTrust. Theappointed members would be one of five voting members appointed by the State Land Board.  

About theOregon Ocean Science Trust 

Inestablishing theTrust, the Oregon Legislature created an opportunity for our state to understand how our ocean is changing and to help ensure a thriving coastal environment and economy for future generations. TheTrustis charged with:  

Connecting the many ways ocean science matters for Oregon. Understanding the changes occurring off our coast matters to many, from communities whose economies depend on fishing to the millions of Oregonians and visitors who explore our shoreline every year. TheTrustaims to promote innovative, collaborative, community-oriented approaches to research and monitoring of Oregon’s ocean and coastal resources. 

Supporting science Oregon can count on. By promoting peer-reviewed competitive research and monitoring, theTrustincreases the availability of reliable science that answerspriority questions for understanding and managing Oregon’s coastal resources.  

Investing in essential ocean research for a thriving environment and economy. Byestablishing a competitive grant program, theTrustwill put independent science in the hands of the communities, businesses, and governments that need better information about Oregon’s ocean and coastal resources.  

For more information, visit:www.oregonoceanscience.com.   

What We Are Looking For  

Desired Qualities  

• Must be a resident of Oregon.  

• Members must have at least five years ofexperience in competitive granting, marine science, foundations, or fiscal assurance.  

Member Commitments 

• Members are appointed to four-year terms but serve at thediscretionof the State Land Board. 

• Members are eligible for reappointment. Sitting Trust Membersare required tosubmit applications to be considered for reappointment. 

• TheTrustgenerallymeetsthe first Wednesday of the calendar quarter,either virtually or at theHatfield Marine Science Center in Newport.   

• Members must not be a current employee of the Oregon Department of State Lands. 

Application Instructions 

Interested individuals must apply through the Workday portal andsubmit the following: 

• Cover letter (2–3 pages) including a statement of interest and short biography 

• Résuméand completed Workdayapplication with relevantexperience and education 

The Department of State Lands encourages applicants to view thisinformational video, and review thisWorkday job aid,submit a complete application with both a cover letter and a résumé. The Department also encourages applicants tosubmit their materials ahead of the deadline to allow time for any technical difficulties.For support with Workday or your application materials, pleaseemaildsl-human.resources@dsl.oregon.gov tocontactourDSL Human Resources team. 

Informationfor2026Appointments  

To be considered for appointment in December 2026, your application must besubmittedno later thanOctober16, 2026. 

Please note that the appointmentprocess andtimelinesmay be adjusted. 

We Encourage Applications From: 

Individuals of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience in historically underrepresented communities, including Tribal nations, rural residents, and individuals with diverse professional paths.