Nominations for 2027-2028 will open in October 2026
The Oregon Invasive Species Council: Appointed Member Seats
Invasive species have the potential to devastate Oregon’s infrastructure, economy, and natural resources. The Oregon Invasive Species Council (OISC) serves as a catalyst for a collaborative effort to protect Oregon from invasive species across its network of members, comprising state and public agencies, tribes, researchers, land managers, industry leaders, educators, and the public. Strong nominees will have experience or expertise in invasive species prevention, control, or management, or specialize in a related area of interest.
Council members’ primary role is to support the advancement of Oregon’s Statewide Strategic Plan for Invasive Species. Members benefit from the multi-agency communication and collaboration facilitated by the OISC through meetings, committees, events, and regular communication.
Council members are expected to participate in three meetings per year, either in-person or by teleconference. Appointed council members can designate an alternate for quorum purposes if they are unable to attend a meeting. In a typical year, the OISC will host two 1-day business meetings in Salem and one 2-day “travel” meeting with a field tour component hosted at a location somewhere around the state. See the list of past meetings for examples. Council members are not paid, but may be eligible for reimbursement for some travel expenses associated with attending Council meetings in person, as the budget allows.
Additionally, Council members must serve on at least one committee or working group and support communication with and/or convening other interested groups to contribute to Council activities. Appointed membership is limited to two consecutive two-year terms.
Complete nominations should include the submission of the following information:
The individual’s name, title, phone, email, and mailing address (self-nominations are accepted), and the seat of interest.
A brief description of the nominee’s qualifications.
A statement from the nominee that explains their interest, relative experience, and contributions they are willing to make to the Council.
Letters of support for the nominee are highly encouraged.
The Council will vote on new members at its meeting on December 1st in Salem and welcome the new appointees at its Winter 2027 meeting.