Initial Posting Date:
02/02/2026Application Deadline:
03/30/2026Agency:
Parks and Recreation DepartmentSalary Range:
$3515 - $4124Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (Detroit Lake)Job Description:
Near Salem 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 in the protection maintenance operation and repair of state park lands natural and cultural resources structures facilities equipment and systems. Park Ranger Assistants typically perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work landscape maintenance interpretation or visitor services) although some positions will require performing tasks in a variety of areas. Some work may require the most elementary skills in building trades including carpentry electrical plumbing painting and landscape addition specialized skills in basic park maintenance and operations may be required. Park Ranger Assistants on a task specific basis may guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers seasonal and/or temporary state park employees.
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 review of the position and responsibilities please click here.
Limited Housing is 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:
Excellent interpersonal skills and experience communicating well with others.
Ability to use a computer to record and verify information perform basic data entry and navigate reservation systems.
Experience providing customers with information about facility rules and asking for customers to comply with facility rules.
Experience handling cash making change and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.
Skill 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.
Skill in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
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: Bob Rea by email at .
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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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