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Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

Near John Day Oregon United States

*Note: Effective Feb. 1 2026 the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.

Park Overview

Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site is an oasis along the sparkling John Day River and a base camp for exploring the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and the regions many historical sites.

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 permanent full-time Park Ranger 3 you will have the opportunity to independently coordinate park projects activities and programs using your technical expertise and specialized park skills. You will mentor employees throughout the park management unit in specialized skills such as the maintenance and operations of OPRD programs and properties.

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:

• Five 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)

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• Associates degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 3.5 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).

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• Bachelors degree in Park and Recreation Administration Natural Resource Management Environmental Studies or a related field and 2 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);

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.

• Obtain and maintain the following certifications after appointment:

  • First Aid/CPR Certification

  • Enforcement Officer Status

  • Hazard Tree Faller Certification

Desired Attributes:

• Experience conducting crews in facility operations and maintenance tasks including plumbing and irrigation repair carpentry electrical painting and landscaping.

• Experience independently performing and leading others in performing routine and preventative maintenance on historical structures and park operated facilities.

• Experienced in interpretation of natural historic and cultural assets.

• Professional experience working in heightened and stressful situations including rule enforcement emergencies and responding to weather related events.

• Experience in both developing and leading complex park construction and park improvement projects from start to finish.

• Ability to lead park operations while educating the public about and requesting compliance with park rules and policies.

• Experience mentoring coaching and training employees and volunteers in park maintenance and campground operations at the unit district and region level.

• Experience registering guests in an overnight campground setting reconciling cash and credit card payments processing deposits while using a computer utilizing specific overnight reservation software.

If you have these skills you must let us know in your completed application materials.

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: Garrett Gilstad email:

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

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age date of birth attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.