Park Ranger 1 - Permanent (Farewell Bend State Park)
Park Ranger 1 - Permanent (Farewell Bend State Park)
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
06/03/2025Application Deadline:
06/25/2025Agency:
Parks and Recreation DepartmentSalary Range:
$4023 - $5325Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Park Ranger 1 - Permanent (Farewell Bend State Park)Job Description:
Farewell Bend State Recreation Area
Near Ontario Oregon
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.
In this position youll be working in a remote oasis on the eastern edge of Oregon that boasts a beautiful desert experience on the banks of the Snake Rivers Brownlee Reservoir.
Your New Role
As a Park Ranger 1 youll be on the front lines of park safety maintenance and visitor services. Youll perform:
Park Patrol Safety & Rule Enforcement
Patrol park areas to protect and preserve resources and facilities by checking for misuse undesirable activities and hazardous situations
Seek voluntary visitor compliance with park area rules and regulations; issue verbal and written warnings as necessary
Render emergency aid and assistance to park visitors and prepare related reports
Custodial & Landscape Maintenance
Clean rest rooms showers bathhouses cabins and maintenance shops
Collect and properly dispose of garbage and waste materials
Plant vegetation mow lawns and maintain irrigation systems
Prune trees and shrubs using manual and power tools as well as apply fertilizers and pesticides
Visitor Services & General Park Operations
Accept and process payments for park services
Provide information about local attractions park rules and regulations to visitors
Train and oversee the work of seasonal employees and volunteers ensuring compliance with policies and procedures related to park operations and cash handling
Additional Duties
Building and facility maintenance and construction
Utility system maintenance and construction
Resource interpretation and conservation
Direct teams of volunteers and hosts in park operations and construction
For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this position please click here.
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:
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)
OR
Associates degree or higher in Park and Recreation Administration Natural Resource Management Environmental Studies and 6 months 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)
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.
Must wearOPRDsupplied uniform and comply with appearance code while on duty
Ability to obtain one or more of the following within 90 days of hire:
First Aid/CPR Certification
Enforcement Officer Status
Oregon Marine Board Boat Education Card
Oregon All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Education Card
If you are a current Malheur County resident you may receive 5% preference for this recruitment. Please indicate in your application questionnaire for this recruitment if you are requesting Malheur County residence preference in employment.
A resident applicant who received preference and accepted the position must maintain residency in Malheur County for at least five consecutive years following the hire date.
Failure to maintain residency in Malheur County is considered a voluntary termination.
Desired Attributes:
Professional experience operating tools equipment 4x4 vehicles ATVs and boats.
Experience in rule enforcement and generating voluntary compliance in a park setting.
Ability to work both independently and in a professional parks team setting.
Experience cleaning restrooms maintenance shops and offices.
Ability to work independently in remote wilderness park setting
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Skill in overnight campground operations including but not limited to computer knowledge camper registration cash handling dealing with customer complaints providing exceptional customer service end of shift reports and reconciling paperwork.
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.
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Additional Information:
This position is 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 I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Parks and RecreationDepartmentuses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.
Contact Information:
For questions about this position contact hiring supervisor: Travis Bome at or phone .
For questions on application process email: .
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Employment Type
Full-Time
