Initial Posting Date:

04/24/2026

Application Deadline:

06/30/2026

Agency:

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range:

$3,515- $4,124

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant - Nehalem Bay State Park

Job Description:

Nehalem Bay State Park

Near Tillamook, 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 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 seasonal, full-time Park Ranger Assistant, you will assist year-round State Park staff with the protection, maintenance, and operation of park lands, resources, facilities, and equipment. In this position, you will typically handle basic tasks in one area, like janitorial work, landscaping, interpretation, or visitor services, though some positions may require tasks in multiple areas. Basic skills in building trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, may be needed. Specialized skills in park maintenance could also be required. You may also guide volunteers or other staff in completing specific tasks.

For a complete list of duties and working conditions for these positions, please click here.

We recruit for seasonal positions each year that generally work June through September; however, the duration may vary depending on the park's specific needs.

Limited housing is available for a fee at this location and is first come, first-served.

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.

• 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)