Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (East Gorge Management Unit)
About The Position
Viento State Park & Memaloose State Park Near The Dalles & Hood River, 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 work on a team, utilizing your excellent customer service skills while gaining hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations. With your landscaping or custodial experience, you will contribute to maintaining the park’s facilities and grounds, helping to ensure a positive experience for all visitors. This position offers the unique opportunity to work in a State Park, surrounded by nature, and play a key role in its upkeep and operation. We recruit for seasonal positions each year that generally work May through early September; however, the duration may vary depending on the park's specific needs. For a complete list of duties and working conditions for these positions, please click here. Housing may be available at this location.
Requirements
- 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)
- 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 driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent interpersonal skills and experience communicating well with others.
- Ability to use a computer to record and verify information.
- Experience providing friendly and professional customer service.
- Experience handling cash, making change and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.
- Experience or desire to learn the safe use of tools, material, and/or equipment associated with landscape and/or building maintenance.
- Experience performing custodial duties including cleaning restroom facilities.
- Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Benefits
- Work/life balance
- 11 paid holidays a year
- Competitive benefits package
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
