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Sunset Bay State Park

Near Coos Bay Oregon

**This recruitment will be used to fill multiple seasonal positions and may close at any time once vacancies are filled. Apply early for best consideration.**

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 Assistant you will assist year-round State Park staff with protecting maintaining operating and repairing state park lands natural and cultural resources structures facilities equipment and systems. You will typically focus on basic tasks in one area of park operations such as janitorial work landscape maintenance interpretation or visitor services although some positions may require tasks across various areas. Your work may involve basic skills in building trades including carpentry electrical plumbing painting and landscape maintenance. On a task-specific basis you will guide individuals or teams including volunteers seasonal and temporary employees.

Situated in one of the most scenic areas on the Oregon coast Sunset Bay State Park features beautiful sandy beaches protected by towering sea cliffs. Only a short walk from the beach the campground has sites for tent camping and RVs as well as cozy and comfortable yurts. Day-use and picnic facilities are located along the bay to allow easy access for beachcombing fishing swimming and boating.

We recruit for seasonal positions each year that generally work May 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.

Note: Housing is NOT Available at this location.

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:

• Skill in asking relevant questions and assessing situations to provide clear courteous information deliver effective solutions and handle tasks efficiently.

• Experience in delivering high-quality service including assisting the public and maintaining composure in emergency or emotionally charged situations.

• Experience in performing basic tasks in plumbing carpentry painting and groundskeeping.

• Knowledge and experience in conservation preservation and rehabilitation of natural archaeological cultural or historic resources.

• Ability to develop and deliver basic resource interpretation presentations to the public.

• Experience using computerized registration equipment programs and performing cash handling including making change and preparing cash reconciliation reports.

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:

• 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: Lee Ricci at or telephone ext. 223.

• 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.