Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant - Deschutes River
Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant - Deschutes River
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
02/10/2025Application Deadline:
/Agency:
Parks and Recreation DepartmentSalary Range:
$3429 $4023Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant Deschutes RiverJob Description:
Deschutes River State Recreation
Near The Dalles Oregon
**This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies and will be open until filled. Apply today to be considered.**
Welcome Statement
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregons extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs and recognizes that the states 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 seasonal fulltime Park Ranger Assistant you will support yearround State Park staff in maintaining operating and repairing park lands resources structures and equipment. Duties may include tasks like janitorial work landscape maintenance interpretation and visitor services with some positions requiring basic skills in building trades such as carpentry plumbing and painting. You may also guide volunteers and seasonal employees on specific tasks.
We recruit for seasonal positions each year that generally work April through September; however the duration may vary depending on the parks specific needs.
For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this position please click here.
Limited housing may be available for these positions.
Whats 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 and acompetitive benefits package.
Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
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 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 drivers license.
Desired Attributes:
Excellent interpersonal skills and experience communicating well with others.
Experience using computerized registration equipment and programs.
Experience in enforcing rules managing challenging customer interactions and providing the public with clear information about facility regulations.
Experience making change and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.
Experience in the safe use of tools material and motorized equipment associated with landscape and building maintenance.
Experience performing custodial duties including cleaning public restroom facilities.
How to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above consistency of information and professional communication.
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. What You Need to Know to Get the Job
The information in your application will be used to complete a pay equity assessment to determine salary placement upon hire. Please see the link here to ourPay Equity Project.
External Applicants: Click on the Apply link and submit your application. View this video or this knowledge article for assistance.
Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help.
Veterans: We value the dedication of Veterans! Take advantage of Veterans Preference by submitting the required documentation at time of application. The requirements can be found on the Veterans Resources page under Qualifying for Veterans Preference.
After applying log in to your Workday account (application site) to see if you have any pending tasks or actions that need to be completed before the announcement closes. Save a copy of this job announcement for your reference.
Additional Information:
These positions are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Oregon Parks & Recreation Department does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I9 confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Parks and RecreationDepartmentuses EVerify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.
Contact Information:
For questions about this position contact hiring supervisor: Scott Green: or telephone .
For questions on application process email: .
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Employment Type
Full-Time
