Sumpter Valley Dredge - near Baker City Oregon

Clyde Holiday - near John Day Oregon

This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies. First round of application review will take place around Feb. 5 2026 so apply today for best consideration!

*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.*

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 full-time Park Ranger 1 you will assist in the protection maintenance operation and repair of state park lands natural and cultural resources structures facilities equipment and systems. This role involves performing a variety of park operational tasks including janitorial work landscape maintenance facility upkeep safety and visitor services. You will utilize skills in carpentry electrical plumbing painting equipment repair and landscape maintenance with specialized expertise in park maintenance and operations being an asset. You may also guide the work of volunteers seasonal staff and/or temporary state park employees on task-specific assignments. Additionally you will contribute to a team environment and provide excellent customer service while gaining hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations.

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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 (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).

OR

• An Associates degree or higher in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management Environmental Studies or a related field; AND Six (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.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience in park resource and facility operations and maintenance and/or resource interpretation.

• Experience working independently in remote isolated locations.

• Experience with customer service and providing factual information to the public based on observation knowledge and understanding.

• Skill in the safe use of tools material and equipment associated with landscape building facility and utility system maintenance.

• Skill in performing basic plumbing carpentry painting grounds-keeping tasks.

• Experience registering guests and processing payments in an overnight campground.

• Experience enforcing park rules and generating compliance.

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: Garret Gilstad .

• For questions on application process 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.