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Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (Wallowa)

Parks and Recreation Department
Full-time
Remote friendly

Initial Posting Date:

01/22/2024

Application Deadline:

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Agency:

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range:

3,006.00 - 3,776.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (Wallowa)

Job Description:

Wallowa Lake State Park

Near Joseph, Oregon

**This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies and will be open until filled. For best consideration apply soon.**

Would you enjoy working on a team where you can use your excellent customer service skills and develop hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations? Do you have landscaping or custodial experience, and wonder what it would be like to have a State Park as your work space?

If this sounds like you, come join our seasonal team as a Park Ranger Assistant and support one of Oregon’s scenic wonders at Wallowa Lake State Park. Situated between the south end of a scenic glacial lake and the towering peaks of the Wallowa Mountains, Wallowa Lake State Park is an ideal base camp for wilderness treks and watersports fun.

What is a Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant?

We recruit for Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant positions each year. These positions generally work during our busiest time of year, June through Labor Day, when visitors flock to enjoy our beautiful parks. However, each park is unique and the duration of seasonal positions varies slightly from park to park.

Our Mission

OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.

Our Operating Principles

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.

What you will do:

Assist year-round staff in the protection, cleaning, 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 maintenance. In 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.

For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this position, please click here

Minimum Qualifications:

  • (a) 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

  • (b) Six (6) months of college in any discipline (24 quarter hours/16 semester hours).

Special Requirements:

  • To be hired, you must have a criminal records and driving records check that meets OPRD criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

  • You must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

  • Experience in custodial maintenance.

  • Experience providing exceptional customer service.

  • Experience providing rule information and asking for compliance.

  • Ability to use computerized registration equipment and programs.

  • Ability to make change and prepare simple cash reconciliation reports.

  • Experience using tools, material and equipment associated with landscape and building maintenance.

  • Experience assisting with the performance of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds keeping tasks.

  • Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

What's in it for you:

This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a generous benefits package including:

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans for the employee and qualified family members;

  • Paid sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

  • After 1040 hours/6 month trials service, vacation, personal leave, and membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

  • Opportunities for career growth and development​

How to Apply:

Your candidate profile is the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

  • External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View this video for help.

  • Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help.

After You Apply:

  • Log in to your Workday account (application site) before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions. These can be found under the “My Applications” section. Make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes.

  • Be sure to check both your email, including junk folder, and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.

  • Eligible veterans will be given veterans' preference. If claiming veterans’ preference, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section – this is where you will be asked to upload your qualifying preference documentation after you apply.

Additional Information:

  • This position is full-time, Seasonal, and is located at Wallowa Lake State Park Near Joseph, Oregon

  • This position is represented by SEIU.

  • Limited housing is available at this location

  • If you have specific questions about this position, please feel free to contact the hiring supervisor, Patricia Bass by email at Patricia.Bass@oprd.oregon.gov or by telephone at 541-432-8855

  • This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

  • The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.

  • Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

  • Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity

  • 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 Recreation Department uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Questions/Need Help?
Email: OPRD.Workday@oregon.gov

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