Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (Detroit Lake)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist year-round State Park staff in the protection, maintenance, operation and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems.
• Perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services).
• May guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees.

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

Special Requirements

• 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.

Desired Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience communicating well with others.
• Ability to use a computer to record and verify information, perform basic data entry, and navigate reservation systems.
• Experience providing customers with information about facility rules and asking for customers to comply with facility rules.
• Experience handling cash, making change and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.
• Skill in the safe use of tools, material and motorized equipment associated with landscape and building maintenance and performing related duties.
• Experience performing custodial duties including cleaning public restroom facilities.
• Skill in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

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.

How To Apply

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above, consistency of information, and professional communication. Use the "My Experience" section in your Workday candidate profile to provide a detailed overview of your work history, experience, and skills, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications and any of the desired attributes listed above.