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EIGHT - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, January 27, 2021 Deputy Forest Supervisor selected Sheriff Lieutenant Harper retires Morrow County Sheriff Lieutenant Terry Harper was honored last week on his retirement after 31 years of service to the county. Harper started with the county in 1989 and was pro- moted to detective in 1999. He was promoted again to detective sergeant in 2005 and to operations lieutenant in 2017. At last week’s county commission meeting Harp- er was presented a plaque by Sheriff Ken Matlack. “We would like to congrat- ulate Terry upon retirement after 31 years of service to the citizens of Morrow County,” Matlack said. “The people have benefited from his dedication and service. The citizens will miss your compassion and dedication,” Matlack said. Matlack said he doesn’t think anyone knows Morrow County better than Lieutenant Harper. “Thanks, we are going to miss you,” he said. Brian Snyder was pro- moted in the department to take Harper’s place as operations lieutenant. throughout the area in this new role.” In her free time, McRoberts enjoys spending time with her two children, Lydia (19) and Sydney (18). Her hobbies include attending sporting and 4-H events, hiking, camping and traveling. McRoberts is currently an active 4-H leader in Nez Perce County and serves on the board of directors for the Lewiston Morrow County Sheriff Ken Matlack (right) presents Terry Heidi McRoberts Umatilla National For- Independent Foundation for Harper with plaque of appreciation for his 31 years of ser- vice to the county. est Supervisor Eric Watrud Education. has announced that Heidi McRoberts has been select- ed as the new Umatilla Na- To apply, applicants resume, a cover letter of and qualifications set by the tional Forest Deputy Forest are asked to complete an interest, three-five current board in a narrative form Supervisor, effective March application packet by 5 letters of reference, a copy (no longer than 500 words). 14. McRoberts currently p.m. on the closing day, of administrator license or Interviews are set for serves as a Fish Biologist on February 10, 2021. The proof of eligibility and a March 1-5, finalist forum the Nez-Perce Clearwater The Ione School Dis- packet includes a complet- statement of how the can- March 17-18 and assuming National Forest. trict Board has posted the ed application form, current didate meets the qualities the position on July 1, 2021. “The Umatilla is fortu- administrative position for nate to have such a highly a superintendent/principal. qualified individual who is The position is currently so familiar with our com- held by Rollie Marshall, munities and landscape join who will be retiring at the the forest in this leadership end of the school year. Mar- role,” Watrud said. “Her shall told the Gazette, “I hit skills and background are the magic retirement age an outstanding complement this summer. My wife and to the priority work the For- I will be retiring to Wallowa est has underway and the in- County.” terests of the communities According to the re- and partners that we serve.” cruitment website, the Ione McRoberts brings a School District Board of Rollie Marshall variety of experience to the Directors is seeking a high- tegrity and be willing to be flowers - candy - gift baskets - wine Umatilla National Forest, ly qualified candidate with involved in the community We deliver to Heppner - Lexington - Ione including a strong natural visionary leadership skills of Ione. resources background and and successful experience The board plans to offer Order early for Thursday, Friday or Saturday delivery! experience working with in education to serve in the a competitive compensation Print a beautiful photo at our Kodak kiosk. Framed photos make great gifts. a variety of Tribal govern- position. The successful package with the salary 217 North Main St., ments, county commis- candidate must also have range between $101,000 sioners, partners, public experience as a teacher, and $116,000. Housing is Heppner, OR stakeholders and several excellent communication also available for the suc- Phone 676-9158 Floral 676-9426 national forests. skills, unquestionable in- cessful candidate. murraysdrug.com Since 2019, McRob- erts has worked as a Fish Biologist on the Forest Plan Revision team for the Nez-Perce Clearwater National Forest, helping to develop and write the plan. This position also requires Early Birds her to coordinate with other federal agencies and a va- riety of external stakehold- ers to understand differing for a chance to win a interests and develop the plan components to meet multiple use needs. Prior to this position, McRoberts spent 22 years working for the Nez Perce Tribe, including 10 years as Deputy Director for the Department of Fisheries Resource Management/ Watershed Division. During her time with the Nez Perce Tribe, McRoberts was re- sponsible for leading a large and geographically dispersed department, man- aging a complex budget and working with a variety of federal agencies including 13 national forests, tribes, state and local government and private interest groups. This position gave her ex- tensive experience in col- laboration and partnership development, as well as a thorough understanding of forest management. Born and raised on a farm in north central Idaho, McRoberts has personal connections to rural econ- omies and a desire to main- tain healthy, productive forests that support local communities. McRoberts has a master’s in Fisher- ies Resources from the University of Idaho and is currently working toward a doctorate in Natural Re- sources and Society from the University of Idaho. “I look forward to serv- ing as the Umatilla Nation- al Forest’s Deputy Forest Supervisor,” McRoberts said. “I am eager to meet the forest staff and build relationships with the com- munities and our partners Ione School District seeks superintendent/principal Current superintendent/principal Rollie Marshall to retire Don’t Forget Valentine’s Day! Sunday, February 14th We will be open 9-4, Sunday, February14th. www.murraysdrug.com Apply By February 15 $1,000 OSAC scholarship! DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5PM
