What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Park Worker position at Oregon Metro?

Salary : $21.22 Hourly

Location : Metro Parks and Natural Areas, OR

Job Type : Seasonal (Park Worker)

Job Number : 2025-2450-PN

Department : Parks & Nature

Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 24 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Position Summary

Number of hires : 20

Anticipated work dates : 4 / 2 / 2025 - 6 / 30 / 2025

Please note that Seasonal Park Workers are a type of Variable Hour Employee and shall work no more than 1,200 hours in a fiscal year.

Hello, we're Metro ! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.

Looking for a fun and challenging job? Do you love working outdoors? Join the Metro Parks and Nature team as a Seasonal Park Worker to help create opportunities to enjoy nature close to home. As a Seasonal Park Worker, you will have the opportunity to work at many of

We're looking for people who share Metro's commitment to making sure that all our region's diverse communities, including communities of color and low-income communities, benefit from a world-class park system.

We are hiring seasonal positions that will be reporting to one of the following three (3) locations. Please note that these locations are not on bus routes or public transportation.

Shifts : All positions work a 10-hour workday, 4 days per week (40-hour workweeks).

Location # 1. Blue Lake Regional Park : 20500 NE Marine Dr, Fairview, OR 97024

Available Schedules :

All schedules are Friday - Monday
Day Shift : 7 : 00 am - 5 : 30 pm
Closing Shift : 10 : 30 am - 9 : 00 pm

Location # 2. Historic Cemeteries and Nature Parks : 20500 NE Marine Dr, Fairview, OR 97024

Available Schedules :

Schedules are Wednesday-Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday depending on availability

Day shift : 6 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm

Location # 3. Oxbow Regional Park : 3010 SE Oxbow Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97080

Available Schedules :

All schedules are Friday - Monday

Day Shift : 7 : 00 am - 5 : 30 pm

Closing Shift : 10 : 30 am - 9 : 00 pm

As a Seasonal Park Worker you will :

Assist in providing a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors.

Respond to emergency situations in which loss of life of a patron is a possibility (i.e., drownings).

Provide general customer service, such as giving directions and answering questions; provide information and assistance at picnics, campsites, weddings, special events and cemeteries; explain park rules and regulations; and monitor restricted use areas.

Call Park Ranger or supervisor for enforcement, citation and first-aid / emergency response or other similar health and safety issues.

Ensure grounds are clean and orderly. Sweep litter, glass and leaves from roads, paths and other areas; empty and clean compost, recycling and trash containers; clear roads, paths and other areas of debris, ice or snow; and chip limbs and branches.

Clean and maintains restroom. Re-stock paper towels, toilet paper and soap; sweep and mop floors; clean and disinfect sinks, mirrors, counters, hand dryers, toilets and urinals; and unstop toilets, sinks and floor drains.

Assist with simple, routine garden work, such as mowing, raking, edging and trimming lawns; water and weed lawns, shrubs and flowerbeds; cut brush; assist with planting, pruning and thinning; and lay and replenish bark.

Perform miscellaneous duties around storage yards and buildings. Clean equipment, tools and supplies and return to designated areas making sure they are prepared for next use; load and unload trucks; wash and fill trucks with gasoline; and use pressure equipment to wash down areas.

Perform basic facility maintenance, including painting, graffiti removal, cleaning gutters and roofs, straightening and installing signs; and assist with digging and backfilling trenches and holes for pipe repair and installation.

Drive trucks with trailers to transport equipment to various parks and cemeteries locations.

Assist Park Rangers in opening and closing facilities and buildings in adherence with security procedures.

Assist with set-up and tear down for events. Set-up includes setting up canopies, tables, chairs and other equipment; turning on equipment; and helping with supplies. Tear down includes taking down canopies, returning tables and chairs to storage, turning off and cleaning equipment and work areas; and preparing area for next use.

Assist with traffic control, including parking vehicles, placing barricades and flagging traffic.

Properly dispose of fluids, chemicals, equipment and packaging.

Report facility and equipment problems and health and safety issues to Park Rangers, Lead or management.

Collect fees at park entrance booths and campgrounds. Operate cash registers and credit card terminals; counts money.

At end of shift, process revenue; prepare deposits and reconciliations.

Please note that positions may require extensive driving throughout the Metro region.

Attributes for success

Friendly and outgoing with excellent customer service skills; ability to maintain a positive and professional manner through duration of shift and harmonious working relationships with other employees.

Ability to understand and follows verbal and written instructions at a level sufficient to perform the essential functions.

Ability to complete work quickly and efficiently and in the prescribed manner following a brief training period.

Flexible; adjusts to varying work environments, job tasks and methods of instructions.

Ability to stand for long periods of time on a hard surface.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. with assistance and perform strenuous physical labor.

Ability to properly and safely operate tools and equipment; ability to work on ladders.

Ability to work in all weather conditions, including heat, cold and inclement weather.

Ability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays; works assigned schedule and exhibits regular and predictable attendance.

Ability to work in a safe manner and follows safety policies, practices and procedures.

Diversity and inclusion : At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro's goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.

TO QUALIFY :

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED certificate or sufficient education to demonstrate the ability to read instructions and perform routine math with accuracy OR

Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities

Customer service experience in a public setting

Special Requirements

A valid driver's license

First Aid / CPR certification (within two weeks of hire - we provide the training once you start your new position!)

Driving Record Check : The candidate selected for the position will need to pass a Driving Record check prior to being hired. Speeding tickets do not necessarily preclude employment and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Working conditions : Long periods of sitting and standing. Custodial, grounds and operational duties are performed outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and inclement weather. Works unassisted or alone at times. Performs strenuous physical labor. As necessary to meet workload demands, may work outside of typical schedule including evening / weekend hours and holidays as assigned.

If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply :

If I was terminated for cause during any of my employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, I understand I may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.

Like to have qualifications

You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.

Cashiering experience.

Ability to speak a language other than English.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The application packet : The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.

Complete online application. No other materials will be considered.

Responses to supplemental questions

The selection process : We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.

Initial review of minimum qualifications

In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

Virtual (video conference) interviews - Tentative interview dates are listed below. Interview duration is typically 30 minutes.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Friday, March 7, 2025

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Please note these dates are subject to change.

Reference check

Driving records check for finalist candidates

REPRESENTATION

This position is eligible for overtime and is represented by LIUNA 483. It is classified as a Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions

Questions?

Recruiter : Jasmine Crdenas

Email :

Additional Information

Equal employment opportunity

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.

Accommodation

Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

Veterans' preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Hybrid Telework

Positions designated as "hybrid telework," meaning you will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Pay equity at Metro

No matter who you are or where you work at Metro, you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do.Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.

Online applications

Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

How to Apply

For tips on how to apply and more information on what the application process looks like, visit Metro's page.

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As part of the Metro family, you play a vital role in serving the people of the greater Portland region.

This is a variable hour position with no guarantee of hours. The position is eligible for these benefits :

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Full contribution to Oregon PERS retirement if eligible and qualified.

No-cost TriMet Hop Pass

Employee Assistance Program

Metro also offers a variety of perks for all employees, including free admission to the Oregon Zoo (including ZooLights!), Oxbow and Blue Lake Regional Parks, membership discount at Lloyd Athletic Club, credit union eligibility and more. Employees also receive access to financial wellness and legal consultation services, as well as first-time home buying and ownership counseling.

Some variable hour positions are represented by a union and have additional benefits.

Seasonal Park Workers are required to drive Metro vehicles. Do you have a valid driver's license?

Do you understand that this position must work weekends and holidays?

What is your preferred location? Please rank the park locations in order of preference, with 1 being your top choice. If you are not interested in a location, do not include it in your ranking.Please note our locations are not on bus routes or public transportation.1. Blue Lake Regional Park - 20500 NE Marine Dr, Fairview, OR 970242. Historic Cemeteries and Nature Parks : 20500 NE Marine Dr, Fairview, OR 970243. Oxbow Regional Park - 3010 SE Oxbow Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97080

Select the shifts you are available to work for reporting location : Blue Lake Regional Park in Fairview. Check all that apply. Note : All shifts at this location are Friday - Monday.

Day Shift : 7 : 00 am - 5 : 30 pm

Closing Shift : 10 : 30 am - 9 : 00 pm

I am not interested in this location.

Select the shifts you are available to work for reporting location : Historic Cemeteries and Nature Parks in Fairview. Check all that apply. Note : All shifts at this location are day shifts from 6 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm.

Wednesday - Saturday

Sunday - Wednesday

I am not interested in this location.

Select the shifts you are available to work for reporting location : Oxbow Regional Park in Gresham. Check all that apply. Note : All shifts at this location are Friday - Monday

Day Shift : 7 : 00 am - 5 : 30 pm

Closing Shift : 10 : 30 am - 9 : 00 pm

I am not interested in this location.

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