Park Ranger 1 - Beverly Beach in Newport

Near Newport, Oregon. This recruitment will fill two (2) permanent positions.

Welcome Statement

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs, and recognises that the state’s resilience and beauty are strengthened by its diverse population. Oregon State Parks are public spaces where all are welcome. We value and serve everyone, and we are committed to providing safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs. The department will not tolerate racism, harassment, discrimination or intimidation in any form.

Your New Role

As a permanent Park Ranger 1, you will perform, conduct and oversee a variety of tasks. These tasks will be done in order to protect, maintain, operate and repair state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems. You will be using skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance, as well as specialised program skills related to the maintenance and operations of agency programs and properties.

In this role, some duties include:

• Clean restrooms, showers, bathhouses, observation buildings, maintenance shops, and interpretive centers.
• Coordinate the Park Office's camper reservation and registration program.
• Patrol park areas to protect resources and facilities by checking for misuse, undesirable activities, and hazards, and take appropriate action.
• Inspect park grounds, buildings, facilities, vehicles, materials, and equipment for safety hazards and violations, and take action.
• Construct, maintain, and restore hiking trails using hand and power tools.
• Construct, maintain, and restore footbridges.
• Mow lawns and fields with riding and power mowers.

What's in it for you:

An exciting opportunity to help millions of visitors connect with the top state parks across America; working alongside a dedicated, skilled, and passionate team of professionals. Additional benefits include:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of visitor services experience (e.g. rule enforcement; interpretation such as education and environmental awareness programs; special events and activities; etc.) AND/OR maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping).
• An Associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 6 months of visitor services experience AND/OR maintenance experience.

Special Requirements:

To be hired, a criminal record and driving record check must be completed that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment while also maintaining a valid driver’s license.

Desired Attributes:

• Skill in the safe use of tools, material and equipment associated with landscape, building, facility and utility system maintenance including actively identifying and addressing safety hazards during daily operations.
• Experience providing exceptional customer service working with the public or in a public setting while promoting voluntary compliance with park rules and safety expectations through positive, educational visitor interactions.
• Skill in performing basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and grounds keeping tasks.
• Skill in resolving customer complaints related to overnight camping and park rule interpretation.
• Experience and/or skills working with diverse work teams including volunteers, youth crews, or the general public.
• Self-initiative to start projects and follow through to get projects done in a timely fashion.
• Computer knowledge including data entry and registration of customers, fee collection and cash handling.
• Team Player/Positive attitude.

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above, consistency of information, and professional communication. In addition to completing the "My Experience" section, please be sure to attach a current Resume. Use the "My Experience" section in your Workday candidate profile to provide a detailed overview of your work history, experience, and skills, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications and any of the desired attributes listed above.

The information in your application will be used to complete a pay equity assessment to determine salary placement upon hire.

Contact Information:

For questions about this position, contact hiring supervisor: Burke Martin at Burke.MARTIN@oprd.oregon.gov. For questions on application process, email: OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity.