Near Baker City, Oregon

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and may close at anytime. Apply today 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 1, you will assist in the protection, maintenance, operation, and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems. This role involves performing a variety of park operational tasks, including janitorial work, landscape maintenance, facility upkeep, safety, and visitor services. You will utilize skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, equipment repair, and landscape maintenance, with specialized expertise in park maintenance and operations being an asset. You may also guide the work of volunteers, seasonal staff, and/or temporary state park employees on task-specific assignments. Additionally, you will contribute to a team environment and provide excellent customer service while gaining hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations.

For a complete review of the position and responsibilities please click here.

Housing may be available at this location.

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:

• Two (2) years of visitor services experience (e.g. rule enforcement; interpretation such as education and environmental awareness programs; special events and activities; etc.) AND/OR maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping).

OR

• An Associate's degree or higher in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field; AND Six (6) months of visitor s