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If you love talking to people, working outdoors and have some experience in customer service and grounds maintenance, you might be a great addition to our park operations team as a full-time Park Worker. In this position you would play an important role in our commitment to offering safe, welcoming destinations where all visitors feel welcome.
Work area: Historic Cemetery and Nature Park Portfolio
Work week/Schedule:
- Wednesday-Saturday, 6:00am-4:30pm
The work schedule for these positions is subject to change, in accordance with Article 10 of the LUINA Local 483 and Metro collective bargaining agreement.
Work Locations: This position will report directly to Borland Field Office (2661 SW Borland Rd, Tualatin, OR 97062)to begin their daily work assignments. Work assignments will be conducted within the Historic Cemetery and Nature Park portfolio.
Other work locations as assigned are: Blue Lake Regional Park Marine Facilities
Oxbow Regional Park Glendoveer Fitness Trail
Note: Blue Lake Regional Park, Oxbow Regional Park, and the Borland Office are not on bus routes and public transportation in the area is limited.
As a Park Worker you will:
- Assists in providing a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors.
- Provides general customer service, such as providing directions and answering questions; provides information and assistance at picnics, campsites, weddings, special events and cemeteries.
- Explains park rules and regulations, and monitors restricted use areas. Calls Park Ranger or supervisor for enforcement, citation and first-aid/emergency response or other similar health and safety issues.
- Ensures grounds are clean and orderly. Cleans and maintains restrooms.
- Assists with simple, routine garden work.
- Performs miscellaneous duties around storage yards and buildings.
- Performs facility maintenance.
- Drives trucks with trailers to transport equipment to various parks and cemeteries locations. Assists Park Rangers in opening and closing facilities and buildings.
- Assists with set-up and tear down for events. Assists with traffic control.
- Friendly and outgoing with excellent customer service skills; maintain a positive and professional manner through duration of shift and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees.
- Understands and follows verbal and written instructions at a level sufficient to perform the essential functions; ability to speak another language is preferred.
- Completes work efficiently and in the prescribed manner following a brief training period. Flexible; adjust to varying work environments, job tasks and methods of instructions Stands for long periods of time on a hard surface.
- Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs. and perform strenuous physical labor.
- Properly and safely operates tools and equipment; ability to work on ladders. Works in all weather conditions, including heat, cold and inclement weather. Works quickly and efficiently.
- Works a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Performs all position essential duties and responsibilities.
- Works assigned schedule and exhibit regular and predictable attendance Works in a safe manner and follow safety policies, practices and procedures
- Complies with Metro policies, procedures and applicable work rules; applicable law and collective bargaining agreements.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED certificate or sufficient education to demonstrate the ability to read instructions and perform routine math with accuracy AND
- Customer service experience in a public setting OR
- Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities
- Special Requirements:
- A valid driver's license.
Driving Record Check: The candidate selected for the position will need to pass a Driving Record check prior to being hired. Speeding tickets do not necessarily preclude employment and will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Like to have qualifications:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.
- Cashiering Experience
Based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements, Metro's internal equity review process, and the candidates' qualifications, the appointment will typically be made between $17.66 - $18.79 per hour. The full-salary range for this position is enter $17.66 - $22.53 per hour.
This position is eligible for overtime and is represented by LiUNA union. It is classified as a Park Worker . Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
- A completed online application
- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Consideration of top candidates/interviews
- Testing/assessments (if applicable)
- Reference check
- Driving records check for finalist candidate
Recruiter: Megan Warneke
Email: megan.warneke@oregonmetro.govCOVID-19 safety: The health and safety of our employees and community is a top priority for Metro. Employees will be required to follow all Metro COVID-related policies and procedures, which may meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the CDC, Oregon Health Authority, and other federal, state and local jurisdictions. Learn more at oregonmetro.gov/COVID-19.
Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.
Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.
Pay equity at Metro: Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement,Metro pays both the employee and employer portion of PERS contributions for eligible employees.
Veterans' preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.Employment Type: Full Time
