Local Preservation Partners Coordinator (Program Analyst 3)

Initial Posting Date:

09/15/2025

Application Deadline:

10/20/2025

Agency:

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range:

$5,842 - $8,967

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Local Preservation Partners Coordinator (Program Analyst 3)

Job Description:

Oregon State Parks - Head Quarters

Welcome Statement

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs, and recognizes that the state’s 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, Program Analyst 3, you will administer programs that support OPRD’s local heritage partners across the state. This includes helping communities recognize the value of and preserve their historic assets, with a particular focus on historic downtowns. You will collaborate with national and statewide agencies, as well as local governments, to provide resources and support to organizations working toward vibrant downtowns and robust local preservation programs. In this role, you will work with those organizations to develop and implement downtown plans, including fundraising, organizational development, promotion, design and preservation, and business development. You will also provide training, conferences, evaluation, and technical services, and coordinate the delivery of services by consultants. In addition, you will work closely with Oregon Heritage staff to ensure preservation and heritage programs are accessible to local partners in a coordinated manner.

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This position has the potential for hybrid-remote work; however, travel expenses to Salem for required in-person duties are not reimbursed.

What's 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 a competitive benefits package.

• Learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

• The opportunity to travel and engage with diverse communities all over Oregon.

• The chance to make a positive impact for the people in Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in historic preservation, planning, public administration, non-profit management, community develop