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02/01/2024Application Deadline:
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Parks and Recreation DepartmentSalary Range:
3,006.00 - 3,776.00Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Park Ranger Assistant (Southern Willamette Management Unit) SEASONALJob Description:
Lowell State Recreation Site
Near Eugene
**This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies and will be open until filled. For best consideration apply soon.**
Would you enjoy working on a team where you can use your excellent customer service skills and develop hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations? Do you have landscaping or custodial experience, and wonder what it would be like to have a State Park as your workspace? If this sounds like you, come join The Southern Willamette Management Unit team , as a Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant and help support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!
The Southern Willamette Management Unit consists of roughly 2,545 acres with properties along the Coast and Middle Fork Willamette River, Dexter Reservoir, Fall Creek Reservoir, and along the McKenzie River. Parks in the unit range from undeveloped natural areas to developed parks that include multiuse trails, disc golf course, year round marina, multiple boat ramps, swimming areas, day use and overnight areas, picnic shelters, and a wide variety of recreational activities. The Management Unit office is located in Lowell, Oregon 31 miles east of Eugene off Highway 58 or 20 miles east of Springfield on the Jasper-Lowell County Road.
This position falls under the classification Park Ranger Assistant.
What is a Seasonal Park Ranger?
We recruit for Seasonal Park Ranger positions each year. These positions generally work during our busiest time of year, April through September, when visitors flock to enjoy our beautiful parks. However, each park is unique and the duration of seasonal positions varies slightly from park to park.
Our Mission
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department's (OPRD's) mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
OPRD believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
Assist year-round State Park staff in the protection, maintenance, operation and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems. Park Ranger Assistants typically perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services), although some positions will require performing tasks in a variety of areas. Some work may require the most elementary skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance. In addition, specialized skills in basic park maintenance and operations may be required. Park Ranger Assistants, on a task specific basis, may guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees.
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.Minimum Qualifications:
- Six (6) months of experience (paid or unpaid) performing public contact or customer service duties (e.g. Teacher, Customer Service Representative, Salesperson, Receptionist, etc.) and/or maintenance experience (construction trades, landscaping, custodial, etc.);
OR
- Six (6) months of college in any discipline (24 quarter hours/16 semester hours)
Special Requirements:
- To be hired, you must have a criminal records and driving records check that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
- You must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Park Ranger Assistant role at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.
- Skill in listening to what people say, providing a welcoming presence, and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information and resolve costumer issues.
- Skill in maintaining composure during emergency or emotionally charged situations.
- Skill in the safe use of tools, material and equipment associated with landscape, building, facility and utility system maintenance.
- Skill in assisting with the performance of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds keeping tasks.
- Skill in practices relating to conservation, preservation and protection of significant natural or scenic resources.
- Skill in developing and delivering basic resource interpretation presentations.
- Skill in providing people with rule information and asking for compliance.
What's in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a generous benefits package including:
Comprehensivemedical, vision, and dentalplans for the employee and qualified family members;- Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
- Opportunities for career growth and development
How to Apply:
Your candidate profile is the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View thisvideofor help.
- Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View thisknowledge articlefor help.
After You Apply:
- Log in to your Workday account (application site) before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions. These can be found under the “My Applications” section. Make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes.
- Be sure to check both your email, including junk folder, and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- Eligible veterans will be given veterans' preference. If claiming veterans’ preference, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section – this is where you will be asked to upload your qualifying preference documentation after you apply.
Additional Information:
- This position is full-time, Seasonal,
- This position is represented by SEIU.
- Housing is not available at this location.
- If you have specific questions about this position, please feel free to contact the hiring supervisor, ( John Mullen ): (john.mullen@oprd.oregon.gov) or telephone ( 541-937-1173 x 2 ).
- This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Please review theClassification and Compensationpage for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process followingpay equity
- Oregon Parks & Recreation Department does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete theUS Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.
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